A man in his fifties has disappeared after a landslide struck his home in Natividade da Serra, São Paulo, during a severe weather event on the night of Saturday (21) into Sunday (22). This area, located 193 kilometers from São Paulo's capital, has been facing heavy rainfall, prompting the São Paulo State Civil Defense and the Fire Department to spring into action for rescue operations. As the search continues, the region remains isolated due to the risk of additional landslides, as the saturated ground continues to pose a significant danger.

Rescue teams are actively conducting searches, particularly along the Oswaldo Cruz Highway (SP-125), where five points of landslide have been reported. Near kilometer 67 of this highway, earth has collapsed onto a site, where firefighters and Civil Defense agents are currently assessing the potential for finding victims beneath the debris. After cleanup efforts and technical evaluations, the highway has been cleared for traffic. Meanwhile, the Paraibuna River overflowed its banks, impacting chalets along its shores, although the water levels have since receded, and there are no records of displaced or homeless individuals.

The situation in Natividade da Serra highlights the ongoing risks associated with extreme weather conditions in Brazil, particularly in regions prone to flooding and landslides. The involvement of emergency services underscores the urgency of the situation as they work diligently to ensure the safety of the local population. The case serves as a reminder of the persistent vulnerabilities that communities face in the face of climate-related events, prompting discussions about proper infrastructure and emergency preparedness in light of such natural disasters.