The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued rain alerts for cities in the Paraíba Valley and surrounding areas from Friday to Monday, warning of severe weather conditions.
The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) of Brazil has issued warnings for heavy rains affecting various regions including the Paraíba Valley, North Coast, Serra da Mantiqueira, and the Bragantina area from Friday, December 6, through Monday, December 9. The alerts depict a potential danger level for residents in these areas. The potential rainfall is expected to reach between 20 to 30 millimeters per hour, with a possible total of 50 millimeters over the course of the day, accompanied by wind gusts ranging from 40 to 60 km/h.
The first alert, emphasizing the likelihood of intense rainfall, is in effect throughout Friday. Inmet suggests that there is a low risk of power outages, falling tree branches, flooding, and lightning strikes, though these conditions warrant caution. The city of São José dos Campos is notably highlighted as being under alert for natural disasters due to the anticipated rain, emphasizing the broader implications of these weather disturbances on local infrastructure and safety.
A second warning for intense rainfall with potential danger has also been issued for Saturday, December 7, predicting similar precipitation levels and wind conditions. The continued forecasts indicate a sustained period of hazardous weather, which raises the possibility of further advisories depending on how weather patterns evolve over the upcoming days in the affected regions.
