Feb 24 • 20:29 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Civil Defense issues alert about heavy rains in Resende

The Civil Defense of Rio de Janeiro issued a severe alert for heavy rain in Resende, warning residents to prepare for significant rainfall.

The Civil Defense of the State of Rio de Janeiro has issued a 'Severe Alert' for the region of Resende, indicating the likelihood of heavy rains. This alert was communicated directly to residents’ mobile phones, emphasizing the seriousness of the situation. As the report was being prepared, rain was ongoing in the city, though there have been no reports of incidents caused by the storms as of yet.

On Tuesday, the National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) released a red alert for heavy rainfall accumulation in the southern regions of Rio de Janeiro and the Costa Verde area. This alert, designated as indicating a significant danger, is set to remain in effect from 9:45 AM until 11:59 PM on Friday, the 27th. The urgency of this alert underscores the potential risk for flooding and other weather-related issues in the affected areas.

The situation remains fluid, and the report indicates that it is still being updated, suggesting ongoing monitoring by authorities as the weather develops. Local residents are advised to stay alert and prepared for possible severe weather conditions ahead, as authorities continue to assess the situation.

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