The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued yellow and orange alerts for heavy rains affecting 39 cities in the Paraíba region of Brazil.
On Tuesday, the National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) issued two alerts regarding heavy rains in the state of Paraíba, Brazil. The first, a yellow alert, warns of the potential danger of intense rainfall, valid until 10 a.m. on Wednesday, affecting 32 municipalities primarily in the Sertão region. The second, more severe orange alert, is effective until 11:59 p.m. on Friday and extends to 12 cities, some of which are also under the yellow alert.
The yellow alert indicates that heavy rains could reach between 20 and 30 millimeters per hour, accompanied by winds of up to 60 km/h, leading to low risks of power outages and fallen trees. In contrast, the orange alert warns of even more severe conditions, with potential rainfall between 30 and 60 millimeters per hour and winds reaching up to 100 km/h. This heightened alert poses significant risks, including power outages, falling trees, flooding, and lightning strikes.
The alerts serve as a vital warning to residents in the affected municipalities, encouraging preparedness for the potential impacts of these severe weather conditions. Inmet has also provided a list of the specific cities impacted by these alerts, indicating a proactive approach to mitigate the risks associated with heavy rainfall and its consequences on local infrastructure and safety.
