In Cáceres, a city located 220 km from Cuiabá, a resident became a local sensation after riding a jet ski through the streets flooded from heavy rains on Wednesday afternoon. The unusual scene was captured on video and quickly went viral on social media, where the man jokingly mentioned he was going to take a "ride" around the city amid the chaos. His antics provided a moment of levity in what has otherwise been a challenging situation for local residents dealing with the floods.

The floods were triggered by an accumulation of 77 millimeters of rainfall on that day alone, which created hazardous conditions in multiple neighborhoods, including Espírito Santo, Jardim das Oliveiras, and central areas. Videos shared by other residents showed not only the flooded streets but also the force of the runoff that inundated homes and hindered movement throughout the municipality. The local government is currently assessing the damage and is urging residents to be cautious as more rain is expected.

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a warning for Cáceres, stating that the area remains at risk due to the ongoing heavy rains, with forecasts predicting up to 100 millimeters more. This situation raises concerns about potential further flooding and the impact on the community, leading officials to remain vigilant and manage resources effectively to mitigate the crisis as they prepare for the possibility of worsening conditions over the coming days.