Civil Defense alert about bridge implosion in São Luís scares residents and generates memes: 'Almost heart attack'

The sound alert classified as extreme, sent by Civil Defense at 10 am this Sunday (1st), to warn about the implosion of the Marcelino Machado Bridge, in Estreito dos Mosquitos, in São Luís, scared residents and became a topic on social media.

The message appeared on the cell phone screen accompanied by a beep and informed that the implosion would occur soon. Despite the safety warning, internet users reported scares and shared memes to joke about the situation.

The warning was sent to educate the population about the risks during the implosion of the Marcelino Machado Bridge, located on BR-135, the main land access to the capital of Maranhão.

The message said demolition would take place soon and advised people to stay away from the area.

"Civil Defense: ATTENTION! Implosion of the Estreito dos Mosquitos bridge in São Luís soon. Stay away from the area and follow the guidelines of Civil Defense and CBMMA", says the alert.

The Civil Defense Alert system allows messages to be sent accompanied by sound signals directly to the screen of compatible cell phones, without the need for registration. Warnings are used to communicate risk situations and guide the population on protective measures.

The implosion of the bridge was scheduled for this Sunday (1st). According to the National Department of Transport Infrastructure (DNIT), the operation requires the total closure of BR-135, from 10am to 4pm.

The structure that will be demolished was built in 1960 and has been closed since April this year, after inspections identified structural problems. The new bridge is scheduled for completion in 2027.