The city of Suzano, Brazil, declared a state of calamity due to sanitation and environmental concerns after the waste collection company, Renova Suzano Ambiental Ltda, failed to provide service for three consecutive days. This emergency decree was published in the city’s official journal and aims to address the resulting public health risks and environmental contamination caused by the accumulation of garbage in public spaces and sensitive areas.

The decree highlights the urgency of the situation, noting that the lack of waste management leads to serious responses from the local administration to mitigate the impact on public health and the environment. With the declaration, the municipal government can proceed with emergency contracts and utilize operational structures connected to the service concession to quickly address the fallout from the garbage accumulation.

Furthermore, the costs associated with these emergency actions will be deducted from the municipal budget. This allows Suzano to take swift actions without immediate financial burdens, emphasizing the city’s commitment to restoring sanitation and health standards in response to the crisis it is facing.