Mar 12 • 13:12 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

With rain, São Paulo sets traffic record in the morning with 1,059 km of congestion

São Paulo experienced record traffic congestion of 1,059 km on the morning of June 12, exacerbated by heavy rain and several accidents.

On June 12, the city of São Paulo recorded a staggering 1,059 kilometers of traffic congestion during the morning rush hour, marking the highest level of traffic slowdown since 2020. This new record was reported by the Companhia de Engenharia de Tráfego (CET) and highlights the severe impact of recent weather conditions on the city's already challenging traffic situation. Additionally, the overall congestion record for the year reached 1,313 km during the evening rush on February 26, demonstrating a trend of worsening traffic flow in the city. The heavy and continuous rain has played a significant role in creating these traffic jams, along with major accidents that occurred throughout the morning. Notably, a collision between a truck and a bus on Avenida Salim Farah Maluf and Av. Regente Feijó, a vehicle rollover on Marginal Tietê, and a fatal pedestrian accident on Rua da Consolação contributed to the delays. The South and West zones of the city reported the worst congestion, with traffic remaining heavy for hours after the peak commute times. According to the Center for Climate Emergency Management (CGE) in São Paulo, the day is expected to remain rainy, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy, posing further challenges for commuters. The CGE has issued warnings regarding the potential for more accidents and heightened congestion as weather conditions persist, emphasizing the need for caution among drivers during this adverse weather period.

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