In Peruíbe, São Paulo, 481 residents have returned to their homes after being displaced by severe flooding that occurred in February, causing the city to declare a state of emergency. This flooding was characterized as the worst in a decade, with rainfall reaching an unprecedented 455 mm in the Guaraú neighborhood, significantly exceeding the usual seasonal average of 192.7 mm. This extreme weather disrupted the lives of many families, forcing them into temporary shelters as the local government scrambled to respond to the emergency conditions.

Following the return of the displaced families, local authorities, including the municipal administration, have dismantled temporary shelters and are facilitating clean-up efforts throughout the affected areas. The city’s administration highlighted that this record-breaking rainfall surpassed previous weather patterns, which raised concerns regarding urban preparedness and climate change effects. The municipal government is committed to supporting the affected families as they transition back to normalcy.

To assist households in resuming their daily lives, the municipal government through its Social Assistance Secretariat is providing essential support, including food baskets and other items necessary for rehabilitation. The ongoing support is aimed at ensuring that those impacted by the floods receive the resources they need to recover, allowing the community to rebuild after this environmental crisis. The incident has left a profound impact on the local population, raising awareness about the need for improved infrastructure and emergency response plans to better handle future flooding events.