Despite the arrival of a cold front along the coast, the state of São Paulo is expected to have a cloudy weekend, but without significant rainfall. In contrast, southern Bahia is under a red alert for rainfall accumulation, which also affects the Zona da Mata and northern Minas Gerais, where the National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) predicts significant precipitation. This warning comes on top of the recent tragedy that occurred in Juiz de Fora and Ubá, where over 60 people lost their lives due to heavy rains earlier in the week.

The region of Zona da Mata, particularly still reeling from the recent disaster, may not see heavy rain, but isolated showers could occur. This raises serious concerns as the ground remains saturated, increasing the risk of further incidents. The National Center for Disaster Monitoring and Alerts (Cemaden) has issued a bulletin indicating a high risk of new floods and landslides in the area, emphasizing that there are possibilities of new, sporadic landslides on slopes susceptible to such processes.

As local authorities navigate the immediate weather challenges, community preparedness and response systems are crucial in mitigating potential disaster impacts. This situation highlights the ongoing vulnerability of regions like Juiz de Fora, especially in the wake of recent tragedies, as residents remain on alert for any changes in weather that could exacerbate the existing risks.