MG Civil Defense warns of storms and advises Enem candidates to leave home early

The Minas Gerais State Civil Defense Coordination issued a warning about the possibility of storms in several regions of the state this Sunday (8), the first day of the National High School Exam (Enem). The agency recommended that students adopt preventive measures and leave home in advance.

According to Civil Defense, moderate to heavy rains are forecast, mainly in the North, Northwest, Central, Jequitinhonha and Vale do Mucuri regions. Accumulations can vary between 40 and 60 mm, with isolated points of up to 80 mm.

In other regions, rain showers with volumes between 10 and 40 mm are predicted. Storms can be accompanied by lightning, wind gusts of 40 to 80 km/h and hail.

Also according to the agency, a mass of cold air will cause a significant drop in maximum temperatures, especially in the South and Southwest of Minas, Zona da Mata and Campo das Vertentes. However, in the North and Northeast of the state, thermometers may still read between 36°C and 39°C.

Civil Defense Guidelines:

Plan your route in advance and, whenever possible, choose alternative routes that avoid areas historically subject to flooding;

Leave home early, considering possible congestion and travel difficulties;

Never cross streets, avenues or flooded areas, whether on foot or in a vehicle;

Avoid staying under trees, metal structures or near transmission poles and towers during storms;

Seek safe shelter in closed buildings when you notice the occurrence of lightning and strong winds;

Pay extra attention to slopes and areas at risk of landslides;

Follow official Civil Defense warnings and guidelines.