Heavy rain caused significant flooding in Resende, Brazil, as the Rio Sesmaria overflowed and affected local residents, especially in the Ipiranga neighborhood.
On the morning of Thursday, the 26th, a strong rainstorm resulted in severe flooding in the municipality of Resende, Rio de Janeiro, with the Rio Sesmaria overflowing its banks around 3:45 AM. The neighborhood of Ipiranga was particularly hard-hit, where neighborhoods found themselves submerged, with streets flooded at least halfway. The Civil Defense reported the situation but did not provide an official estimate of the number of people affected as details were still being compiled.
As the situation developed, residents were forced to evacuate their homes due to the rising waters, seeking refuge with neighbors and relatives. Images shared with local TV stations depicted the extent of flooding, highlighting the challenges faced by community members during this unexpected natural event. The Rio Sesmaria's water levels began to recede slowly later in the morning, but the full consequences of the flooding were still unfolding.
Authorities are closely monitoring the recovery process and assessing the damages caused by the flooding in order to offer assistance to those affected. The event underscores the increasing risks of such weather-related disasters in the region, prompting discussions around infrastructure preparedness and community safety measures in the face of heavy rains.
