In São Vicente, São Paulo, a significant crater formed on Pero Lopes de Souza Street in front of the Solaris Building following rains on the 5th of the month. This has raised alarms among local residents, particularly due to the building's history of structural issues and ongoing legal battles with its construction company. Residents reported that rainwater overflowed into the garage, reaching the ceiling and worsening existing cracks in the apartments and corridors. Furthermore, the building's underground parking has been closed since 2020, forcing residents to park their vehicles on the street.

The local government has acted promptly to secure the area by isolating it to protect pedestrians and vehicles from potential harm. In a statement, the São Vicente City Hall assured that while the crater's emergence correlates with the building's subsoil conditions, there is currently no obligation to evacuate the building. This incident highlights the ongoing struggles faced by the Solaris residents, including safety concerns stemming from both natural and structural vulnerabilities.

This recent development raises questions about the accountability of the construction company involved and the broader implications for infrastructure maintenance in the region. With increasing rainfall events potentially exacerbating existing structural issues, it is crucial for the authorities to address these ongoing safety concerns comprehensively, including the resolution of the residents' legal challenges and necessary repairs to the building.