Car enters hole in Jardim Imperial, in São José dos Campos; watch the VIDEO
A car fell into a hole on Rua Felisbina de Souza Machado in Jardim Imperial, São José dos Campos, drawing attention after a video surfaced showing the incident.
A car unexpectedly fell into a hole on Rua Felisbina de Souza Machado in the Jardim Imperial neighborhood of São José dos Campos on the evening of Wednesday, the 25th. The incident was captured on video, which highlights the poorly lit street and shows machinery working at the site. This location has a history of issues, including a significant crater that formed earlier in February, raising concerns about road safety in the area. Fortunately, none of the individuals involved reported any injuries.
The vehicle's owner, Amanda Cristina Alves do Carmo, shared her experience with reporter Bruna Capasciutti from TV Vanguarda, explaining how she heard a noise before her car fell into the hole. She noted a lack of warning signs or adequate signaling that could have prevented the incident. Amanda sought assistance from workers present at the scene to help retrieve her car from the hole, highlighting the community's ongoing challenges regarding road maintenance and safety measures.
In response to residents' concerns about the situation, the São José dos Campos City Hall released a statement addressing delays in drainage improvements on Rua Felisbina de Souza Machado. As this incident captures public attention, it emphasizes the need for local authorities to prioritize infrastructure enhancements and ensure the safety of all road users in the area, particularly in light of previous occurrences that have raised red flags among residents.