Families with relatives buried at the Santa Izabel Cemetery in the Guamá neighborhood of Belém are voicing their frustrations over severe damage to tombstones caused by a falling tree. Reports indicate that the situation deteriorated further during the removal of the tree trunk by a company contracted by the local government. Despite initial claims by cemetery administration that only two flower pots were damaged, images shared by concerned families reveal that the extent of the destruction was much greater, including completely destroyed graves.

One affected individual, Thaís Lopes, a housewife with four family members, including her grandmother and mother, laid to rest there, seeks a response from the cemetery administration, which insists that the damage was due to natural causes. Families complain that the cleanup was poorly executed, with large sections of the tree trunk left scattered around, making the area unsightly and difficult to navigate. Frustrations are escalating as families demand accountability and proper management from those responsible for the cemetery upkeep.

The situation highlights the need for better maintenance and emergency preparedness in public cemeteries, especially in areas prone to extreme weather conditions that can lead to falling trees. This incident raises broader questions about the governmental roles in public safety and preserving spaces meant for honoring lost loved ones, pushing communities in Belém to call for immediate reforms to cemetery management practices.