Heavy rainfall in Angra dos Reis, Brazil, has resulted in 392 people being displaced, widespread flooding, and landslides, prompting severe weather warnings.
On the night of Thursday, October 26, heavy rains in Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro, caused severe disruptions, including the displacement of 392 individuals, flooding, and landslides. The Civil Defense reported that over 200 millimeters of rain fell in just six hours, significantly surpassing the monthly expectation of 240 millimeters for October. Regions such as Areal and Centro experienced over 200 millimeters, while others like Parque Belém and Camorim Pequeno faced nearly 180 millimeters of rainfall.
The impact of the rainfall has been profound, with the local government issuing evacuation messages for 33 neighborhoods and activating warning sirens 20 times during the night. Notably, the RJ-155 highway was closed due to a collapsed power pole that fell onto a truck, showcasing the extent of the weather's damage. Visual reports from TV Rio Sul displayed streets in JapuÃba submerged in floodwaters, emphasizing the urgency of the crisis.
This weather event has raised concerns for public safety and property damage, highlighting the vulnerabilities in urban planning and disaster preparedness in the area. As the municipality remains on high alert, the community is now focusing on immediate recovery efforts and assessing the long-term impacts of such extreme weather events, which are becoming increasingly common due to climate change.
