The wooden bridge on the MT-429 over the Rio Azul was closed on Friday, October 20, due to the risk of collapse following heavy rain that elevated water levels. The municipality of Cláudia took emergency action by sending an engineer and a team from the local Civil Defense to assess the bridge's structure. Given the severe conditions, the local government deemed it necessary to close the bridge to prevent potential accidents and preserve public safety.

This bridge connects the towns of Cláudia and Marcelândia and is vital for local transportation. As it is a state road, the municipal officials prepared a technical and photographic report to be sent to the State Secretariat of Infrastructure and Logistics (Sinfra) for further evaluation and potential remediation. The closure of the bridge emphasizes the importance of infrastructure resilience in the face of severe weather events, which have become increasingly frequent due to climate change.

The Cláudia city administration has reassured residents that the closure is a precautionary measure and stated that they are actively monitoring the situation. Authorities will provide updates as the situation evolves, highlighting their commitment to prioritizing public safety in the face of natural hazards affecting the region.