The National Center for Monitoring and Alerts of Natural Disasters (Cemaden) has issued a warning for very high risks of new landslides and floods in Juiz de Fora, located in Minas Gerais' Zona da Mata region, due to saturated soil conditions and the forecast for continued heavy rain in the coming days. This warning follows a week of severe storms that have resulted in fatalities and left hundreds displaced in the city, prompting local authorities to declare a state of emergency.

Juiz de Fora has been notably impacted by these meteorological events, as rainfall accumulation in the area has exceeded 150 mm within a 24-hour period, intensifying the risk of mass movement events and hydrological occurrences such as floods and inundation. The threat is especially pronounced in regions with poor drainage and unstable hillsides, which are particularly vulnerable to such disasters. Additionally, the Brazilian National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has also issued alerts for significant danger across the state of Minas Gerais as rainfall is expected to persist.

As the situation develops, the classification of the region as critical reflects not only the immediate risks facing Juiz de Fora but also the broader implications for disaster preparedness and response in the Southeast region of Brazil. With the accumulation of water and saturated ground, communities must be vigilant and take necessary precautions to mitigate the impact of further weather events, emphasizing the urgent need for effective disaster management strategies in the face of climate variability.