On September 9, 2023, heavy rains in Passa Quatro, Minas Gerais, resulted in severe weather incidents that significantly impacted the community. A landslide occurred, affecting a residential house and leading to the evacuation of a family comprising a father, mother, and daughter. As a precaution, another family, including a grandmother and her grandchild from a neighboring house, was also relocated due to similar safety concerns. The local government is actively monitoring the situation to ensure the safety of residents.

In Machado, the rainfall exceeded 70 millimeters within a four-hour period, which caused additional flooding in the area. Overflowing streams led to significant waterlogging and damage across local roads. The incidents illustrate the broader risk of landslides and flooding that can accompany heavy rains in the region, highlighting ongoing vulnerabilities facing communities prone to such natural occurrences.

Authorities are collaborating to assess the impact of the rains and restore normalcy in affected areas. Emergency services, including the Civil Defense, are involved in monitoring at-risk sites and providing assistance to displaced families. The situation emphasizes the urgent need for improved infrastructure and preparedness in regions vulnerable to extreme weather events, especially as climate change continues to influence weather patterns worldwide.