The article details recent serious accidents associated with Sabesp, the water and sewage company in São Paulo, Brazil, particularly focusing on a tragic incident involving a ruptured water tank that resulted in the death of a worker and injuries to nine others in Mairiporã. This event marks the latest in a troubling pattern of accidents within Sabesp's construction projects since its privatization about two years ago. The local community has been undermined by these occurrences, leading to increased public concern about safety standards in ongoing and future projects.

Additionally, the article recalls an earlier incident from April last year when a crater opened on the Marginal Tietê near the Atílio Fontana Bridge, caused by an overload in the sewage network. This disruption severely impacted local traffic for several months and raised questions about Sabesp's infrastructure management and accountability. The public's frustration is compounded as one of the victims of these mishaps was an elderly woman who tragically died in her home due to a falling pipe, highlighting the dangers posed to residents by these construction projects.

Sabesp’s privatization has not only affected operational practices but has also sparked a debate on the adequacy of oversight and emergency response measures in the wake of these incidents. The article concludes by noting that while Sabesp has promised repairs and improvements, the community remains skeptical as they await a response from the company regarding these serious concerns.