Heavy fog and rain leave MS highways with low visibility

In addition to the rain at the beginning of the day, the forecast indicates a risk of storms in Mato Grosso do Sul. The southern region should concentrate the highest volumes of precipitation, with the possibility of strong winds.

According to the meteorological forecast, the humidity transported from Bolivia and Paraguay favors the formation of instability in the state. Paranhos and Sete Quedas, in the extreme south, in addition to Bela Vista, in the southwest, and Novo Horizonte do Sul, in the southeast, are among the municipalities predicted to receive the highest rainfall.

There is a risk of storms in all regions of Mato Grosso do Sul, but some areas are under greater danger alert, with the possibility of intense rain and wind gusts between 70 and 90 km/h.

In these locations, winds can knock down trees and branches and cause damage to buildings. In other areas of the state, gusts can reach 70 km/h and, in lower risk regions, 60 km/h.

Drivers are advised to reduce speed, maintain a safe distance from other vehicles and avoid overtaking in areas with poor visibility. During rain, it is also important to be extra careful with possible obstacles on the track.

Images released by Civil Defense show a large cloud advancing over the city, looking like a wall. The record was made before the storm arrived.

The force of the winds knocked down trees, blocking streets, roofing houses and causing walls to collapse. The damage affected properties and caused losses to residents.

The municipal Civil Defense surveys the damage to assess the extent of the damage. So far, there was no information about injured people.

The teams continue working in the city, while Energisa works to restore the electricity supply in areas affected by the storm.