On Monday, November 16, a water reservoir controlled by the Ceará Water and Sewage Company (Cagece) exploded in the Água Verde district of Guaiúba, located in the metropolitan area of Fortaleza. This explosion damaged the tank's structure and resulted in an interruption of the water supply for the community, which comprises more than 3,000 people. Fortunately, while the explosion destroyed a wall and impacted a nearby house, there were no reported injuries among the residents.

Cagece has stated that it deployed technical teams to address the situation in Água Verde and emphasized that the emergency suspension of water supply is expected to last until Wednesday, November 18. The company conveyed that the resumption of water services could take up to 24 hours following the conclusion of the repair work, potentially leaving the community without water for approximately four days before normalcy is restored.

This incident highlights the vulnerabilities of water infrastructure and the impact of such outages on local communities. In regions where consistent access to clean water is crucial for public health, interruptions can lead to significant challenges, especially for vulnerable populations. The response from the local utility company will be critical in ensuring the swift restoration of services and maintaining community trust.