Multiple municipal agencies in Barra Mansa, Rio de Janeiro, are currently addressing the aftermath of a heavy storm that struck on Monday, November 2. The event recorded approximately 40 millimeters of rainfall, resulting in fallen trees, a landslide, the collapse of a retaining wall, and localized flooding that obstructed various roadways.
In response, teams from Civil Defense, the Municipal Guard, the Autonomous Water and Sewage Service (Saae-BM), the Secretariat of Urban Maintenance (SMMU), and the Secretariat of Environment have been deployed to manage the incidents. Operations are currently concentrated in the neighborhoods of 9 de Abril, Vila Elmira, Metalúrgico, Santa Rosa, São Francisco, Colônia Santo Antônio, and Ano Bom.
During these operations, crews from SMMU and Saae-BM have focused on cleaning, pruning, removing fallen trees, and clearing blocked streets. The task force also included support from the Municipal Secretariat of Environment, the Municipal Guard, and the utility company Light to ensure safety and effective service delivery at affected sites.
Despite the significant weather event and infrastructure damage, the Barra Mansa City Council reported that there were no serious incidents or properties requiring official closure. Residents in need of emergency assistance are advised to contact Civil Defense by dialing 199, while the Fire Department can be reached at 193.
Sources: G1.