The civil defense warns that the rains of the next few days can cause the elevation of the river in the state

The civil defense warns that the rains of the next few days can cause the elevation of the river in the state


According to hydrological monitoring, the cities reported in yellow and orange on the map should be prepared for possible impacts

The environmental and civil protection authorities maintain the state of Rio Grande do on the constant attention in view of the current hydrological condition, which indicates the levels of rivers oscillating between normality and low brands. The scenario, however, tends to change, which requires surveillance especially in areas classified as areas of attention and warning on the state hydrological map.




In the last 96 hours, no significant rainfall have been recorded, which have contributed to the stability or fall of the river levels in various regions. However, the accumulated rainfall scheduled for the next few days change the picture and raise concerns.

According to hydrological monitoring, the cities reported in yellow and orange on the map should be prepared for possible impacts. In these areas, there is the risk of floods in small rivers, waterways and waterways, which have a rapid response to the volume of rainfall. The immediate consequence may be the occurrence of disorders in the regions near water bodies, even in urban areas.

In addition, the larger rivers should also have a gradual elevation of their levels, which, added to the possibility of intense blows, can cause punctual floods, in particular where urban drainage is precarious.

The authorities recommend that the official monitoring bulletins of the population avoid risky areas in case of strong rains and are aware of the sudden signs of elevation of water levels. The civil defense is still mobilized, with the teams ready to act if emergency situations occur.

Source: Terra

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