Ceará has been issued a 'Great Danger' alert by the National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) for intense rainfall impacting 45 cities across the state. The forecast indicates precipitation rates exceeding 60 millimeters per hour or a cumulative total of over 100 millimeters in a single day. The most affected regions include Sertão do Crateús, Sertão dos Inhamus, Centro Sul, and Cariri, where severe weather conditions could lead to significant flooding and landslides, especially in vulnerable urban areas.

Inmet's warning underscores the potential risks associated with the expected weather patterns, such as major flooding in urban centers, overflowing rivers, and landslides in hillside areas. Authorities are particularly concerned about interruptions to essential services, including electricity supply. The high rainfall rates pose an immediate threat to public safety, prompting local governments and emergency services to prepare for possible evacuations and disaster response measures.

Residents in the affected cities are advised to stay informed through local news and heed the guidance of emergency services. At-risk areas with previous vulnerabilities to flooding may require immediate attention from disaster response teams. As these weather patterns become more frequent, discussions surrounding climate resilience and infrastructure improvements in Ceará are expected to gain heightened urgency.