The city of Caieiras in Greater São Paulo is experiencing significant disruption and damage due to severe storms, leading to widespread power outages and fallen trees.
Caieiras, a city in Greater São Paulo, has faced severe disruptions following strong rainfall that resulted in numerous fallen trees. Over 22 hours since the storm, the neighborhood of Nova Caieiras is still without electricity, highlighting the extent of the damage. Throughout the region, five municipalities suffered from a total blackout caused by a failure in a power transmission line, with neighboring areas like Franco da Rocha and Francisco Morato restoring power overnight.
The situation in Caieiras is particularly dire as many fallen trees have not only blocked roads but also affected power lines and toppled electricity poles, resulting in further delays in restoration efforts. Videos shared from the area depict significant damage to homes and infrastructure, underlining the impact of the storm on residents' lives. Emergency services and utility workers are reportedly working around the clock to address the issues arising from the storm and restore power to affected areas.
Elektro NeoEnergia, the power distributor for the region, issued a statement indicating they are focused on restoring electricity, yet no specific timeline was provided for when power would be restored to Nova Caieiras. This lack of information contributes to the frustration of residents grappling with the aftermath of the storm and the ongoing power outage, while efforts like tree removal and repairs to damaged lines are prioritized.
