In Ubatuba, a coastal city in São Paulo state, classes in four municipal schools remain suspended on Tuesday, October 24, due to damage inflicted by heavy rains over the weekend. Initially, all 54 schools in the municipality halted classes on Monday, October 23; however, 50 schools were able to resume operations the following day. The four schools staying closed are the José Libório, Nativa Fernandes de Faria, Thereza dos Santos, and Silvino Teixeira Leite schools, located in various neighborhoods affected by the flooding.

The heavy rains led to significant flooding across many areas of Ubatuba, which caused damage not only to the schools but also to residential homes. The rainfall resulted in the accumulation of mud and debris, which hindered access and safety in these areas. Local authorities are assessing the impact of the flooding and working to clean the affected sites to facilitate a return to normalcy for both the students and the residents.

This incident underscores the challenges that communities in Brazil face related to extreme weather events. In recent years, heavy rains have repeatedly led to flooding in various parts of the country, prompting discussions regarding infrastructure resilience and emergency preparedness. The suspension of classes reflects not only immediate safety concerns but also highlights the broader implications of climate-related issues affecting local governance and community planning.