Over 300 of the 853 municipalities in Minas Gerais are at risk for landslides and flooding, affecting approximately 1.5 million residents amidst ongoing heavy rainfall.
Recent data from the National Center for Monitoring and Alerts of Natural Disasters (Cemaden) indicates that over 300 out of the 853 municipalities in Minas Gerais, Brazil, are susceptible to landslides, flooding, and other natural disasters. Currently, about 1.5 million people reside in these high-risk areas, raising significant concerns for their safety as heavy rains persist in the region. The ongoing weather conditions have heightened tensions and fears among the local population.
In the Jardim Natal neighborhood, residents have expressed deep apprehension regarding the frequent rainfall and its potential consequences. A recent interview conducted by the Jornal Nacional highlighted the despair of inhabitants like Renata Visona do Vale, who described the constant worry stemming from watching weather forecasts that predict further rain. The ongoing weather has led to a sense of hopelessness as local residents feel they have little control over the situation.
The impact of the heavy rainfall was evident this past Thursday when severe downpours caused additional landslides in Jardim Natal, located in the northern region of Juiz de Fora. This incident resulted in eight more houses collapsing, with debris blocking nearby waterways and prompting overflows that flooded surrounding properties. The combination of geological vulnerability and relentless rainfall underscores the urgent need for effective disaster management and community support to safeguard those living in these at-risk areas.
