The Brazilian federal government has officially recognized a state of emergency in the municipalities of Brasiléia and Epitaciolândia, located in the Acre state, due to severe flooding caused by heavy rainfall in January. The recognition, which was published in the Official Gazette, comes as the region continues to deal with the aftermath of the extreme weather conditions, particularly the rising levels of the Acre River that have impacted local communities significantly.

In response to the crisis, Brasiléia's local government has decided to cancel its official Carnival celebrations in an effort to redirect resources to address the urgent needs of the affected population. Emergency decrees were simultaneously published for both municipalities, reflecting a concerted effort to mobilize resources and assistance for those impacted by the floods. With this recognition, the communities can now access federal support for humanitarian aid, recovery initiatives, and logistics to restore normalcy in the affected areas.

This declaration adds to a growing list of municipalities within Acre, bringing the total to eight that have been acknowledged as being in an emergency state due to the severe weather. The federal government's support is crucial for these communities to facilitate rapid response and recovery, especially as they face challenges posed by ongoing rain and flooding, highlighting the increasing vulnerability of the region to climate-related disasters.