Evaldo Machado Trajano went missing on the morning of Tuesday, October 10, when he was fishing at the Boa Vista dam in Barras, located in the northern part of Piauí, Brazil. Eyewitness accounts suggest that while Evaldo was out fishing, his wife was present nearby doing laundry. Despite her warnings to stay away from the deeper parts of the river, Evaldo allegedly slipped on rocks and was swept away by the current of the Marataoan River.

Search operations commenced promptly, organized by the local Voluntary Rescue Group (GAV) in Barras, with support from the Corpo de Bombeiros (Fire Department), who deployed additional teams to assist with the search efforts. As the search continued into the evening hours, both the volunteer group and the firefighters suspended their search overnight and resumed their efforts the following morning, October 11. As of the latest updates, Evaldo has yet to be found, raising concerns for the family and community as the search intensifies.

The incident highlights the dangers associated with fishing in potentially hazardous areas like dams, especially in times when water levels and currents can be unpredictable. It's a worrying reminder for local fishermen and their families to be vigilant and prioritize safety when engaging in such activities. The disappearance has attracted local media attention, prompting discussions about fishing safety and emergency response protocols in similar situations.