Feb 14 β€’ 20:55 UTC πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Brazil Folha (PT)

Water guns, fans, and water trucks become weapons against heat during Carnival blocks

Carnival participants across Brazil use creative methods to beat the heat during the festivities, including water guns and improvised umbrellas.

As Brazil celebrates Carnival, participants are finding innovative ways to cope with the high temperatures while enjoying the festivities. This year, revelers are seen using water guns, beach umbrellas, and even water trucks to stay cool as they dance and celebrate in the streets. In Recife, home to the world's largest Carnival block, Galo da Madrugada, temperatures soared to 30Β°C, prompting attendees to improvise with shades and other cooling measures.

Among the crowd, businessman Ricardo Melo attracted attention with his unique setup: a beach umbrella strapped to his body that he has been refining since last year. He humorously stated his intention to upgrade to a larger umbrella for next year's festivities to maximize comfort while enjoying the Galo da Madrugada. The playful spirit of the Carnival continues to showcase Brazil's rich cultural diversity, as people find ways to balance joy and practicality amidst the heat.

In SΓ£o Paulo's Ibirapuera Park, where the temperature reached 29Β°C, fans were commonly seen, indicating that the sweltering heat is a common theme across the celebrations in various cities. With varying regional traditions, Carnival serves as a backdrop for not only exuberant celebrations but also community demonstrations of resilience against climactic challenges. These adaptations reflect a deep-seated cultural creativity inherent in Brazilian festivities, merging fun with practical solutions to environmental conditions.

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