In the coastal region of São Paulo, significant rainfall since the weekend has led to widespread flooding, road closures, and school cancellations. Reports indicate that more than 100 people have been displaced in Peruíbe, with additional reports of 30 families affected in Ubatuba. Unfortunately, the storm has also resulted in two fatalities due to a fishing boat capsizing during the severe weather, prompting municipal and emergency services to respond urgently to the crisis.

In response to the ongoing crisis, a crisis management team has been established by the Civil Defense on Monday to monitor and address the numerous incidents caused by the deluge. The municipal government of Ubatuba has declared a state of emergency to facilitate the coordination of relief efforts and to ensure that impacted residents receive the necessary support. With rainfall amounts registering as high as 290 millimeters in Ubatuba over the past few days, the situation is dire as communities struggle to cope with the aftermath of this extraordinary weather event.

Meteorological reports indicate the unprecedented levels of rainfall could be a result of various climatic factors, raising concerns about the implications for future flooding and emergencies in the region. The situation is a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges faced by coastal communities in Brazil when it comes to severe weather phenomena, which seem to be increasing in frequency and intensity. Authorities are urged to take proactive measures to improve infrastructure resilience and preparedness in the face of such natural disasters.