On Thursday night, five individuals were successfully rescued after becoming stranded in the Curimataú River in Nova Cruz, located in the Agreste region of Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil. The group initially went to the river in the afternoon to socialize and enjoy the scenery, but unexpectedly rising water levels from recent rainfall made it impossible for them to return safely. The situation required immediate action from the local authorities.

The local fire brigade, the Corpo de Bombeiros Militar do Rio Grande do Norte (CBMRN), was alerted and dispatched their aquatic search and rescue team, the Grupamento de Busca e Salvamento Aquático (GBSA). They utilized an inflatable boat designed for operations in strong currents and flood-prone areas to carry out the rescue successfully. Fortunately, despite the alarming circumstances, none of the individuals sustained injuries during the incident.

Following the rescue operation, the fire department issued a warning to the community, advising them to avoid entering rivers, dams, or flooded areas during periods of heavy rain. This guidance aims to prevent similar incidents and ensure the safety of residents and visitors in the region, stressing the hazards associated with sudden changes in water levels.