VIDEO: Rain causes flooding points and water invades school in Uberlândia
Heavy rain in Uberlândia led to flooding in various areas, including the local school, which was temporarily inundated.
A significant rainfall event that began at 3:10 PM caused widespread flooding in the city of Uberlândia on Friday, leading to the inundation of the Municipal School Boa Vista in the Tocantins neighborhood. The water levels rose quickly, prompting a response from the school to ensure the safety of the students. By 4 PM, the situation was reported to be under control, with the school administration taking measures to prevent further issues for the students.
An alert was issued by the Civil Defense at 3:17 PM, just minutes after the storm began, informing residents of the impending heavy rains. The emergency alert sounded on residents' mobile phones, serving as a warning of the severe weather conditions and the flooding that soon affected numerous locations across Uberlândia. The city's history of flooding, particularly on locations such as Avenue Rondon Pacheco, contributed to the urgency of the situation, marking another instance where the area faced significant weather challenges.
As local authorities assess the impact of the storm, further information regarding the extent of the damages, including those incurred by the education system, is being sought. The local news outlet, TV Integração, has reached out to the Secretary of Education for updates on the situation and any necessary responses to address the damages caused by the storms, highlighting the community's ongoing vulnerability to extreme weather events.