São Paulo will have more heavy rain in the late afternoon of this Thursday (15)

According to the Climate Emergency Management Center of the City of São Paulo (CGE), the city should face this Thursday (14) a situation similar to that of this Wednesday (13), thanks to the approach of a cold front.

Between the end of the afternoon and the beginning of the evening there are likely to be rain showers and gusts of wind in several regions of the city. Furthermore, the soil soaked by yesterday's rain keeps the potential for flooding, falling trees and landslides high.

Yesterday, heavy rains in the capital of São Paulo created at least 17 points of flooding and flooding, in addition to three landslides. One of them killed a resident of the Brasilândia neighborhood, north of São Paulo.

The Vale do Anhangabaú tunnel experienced a chaotic situation, with a major flood that left more than 20 vehicles submerged.

According to city hall, the intense rain accumulated 42 millimeters in the central region in just 40 minutes. This volume represents 37% of the total of 112 millimeters predicted for the entire month of October in the capital, corresponding to what is expected for 11 days.

Attention

The São Paulo Civil Defense published tips to face the heavy rains that are expected to hit the city this afternoon/evening:

Do not cross flooded streets, floods or areas with currents, on foot or in a vehicle.

Avoid staying in low-lying areas near rivers and streams during heavy rain.

If you notice cracks in the ground or walls, tilting of trees and posts or creaks in slopes, leave the area and seek safe shelter.

During lightning storms and strong winds, stay away from open areas, trees, poles and metal structures.

When driving in heavy rain, reduce speed, increase the distance between vehicles and never try to cross flooded areas.