The City Hall of Sorocaba announced the temporary closure of Porto das Águas Park following heavy rains that hit the city on Saturday. This closure affects the 'prainha' area of the park and was made official by a decree signed by the Secretary of Environment, Animal Protection, and Well-Being, Edson Thiago Santoro Alves. With the Sorocaba River overflowing, certain parts of the park were flooded, prompting concerns about the safety and quality of the water for public use.

The decree emphasizes that the measures are preventive in nature, with the primary goal being to safeguard public health. Due to the flooding, the water quality is under scrutiny, as recent reports indicated contamination by the E. coli bacteria in the area. Therefore, technical analyses on water safety and bathability must be conducted before any decision can be made regarding the reopening of the park.

During the closure period, access to the park will be restricted, with entry only allowed for technical, maintenance, or regulatory personnel. The timeline for reopening will depend on the outcomes of the water quality tests, highlighting an emphasis on health and safety amid adverse weather conditions and their impact on recreational spaces in Sorocaba.