Storm destroys houses and leaves 47 homeless in the interior of SP

Dozens of people were left homeless after a strong storm hit the city of Apiaí, in the interior of São Paulo. According to the State Civil Defense, flooding, falling trees and roofing of several homes were recorded.

The disruptions were caused by heavy rain that hit the city accompanied by gusts of wind on Sunday afternoon (1). According to the state agency, it rained 55 millimeters in the last 24 hours.

In total, 18 houses were hit and 47 people had to leave their homes. Despite this, there were no records of victims.

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) issued a yellow alert for intense rain this Monday (2). The forecast is valid for several regions of the state.

In a statement, the Civil Defense of the State of São Paulo reported that at least eight houses were roofed, while another 10 residences suffered structural damage.

In addition, trees fell on public roads and temporary flooding was recorded on several streets in the city. According to the agency, the Municipal Civil Defense worked together with other agents in cleaning the affected areas, unblocking streets and providing assistance to affected residents.

Check the incidents by neighborhood:

Araçaíba: damage to 10 houses and 25 people displaced;

Roseiras: roofing of a residence and three people displaced;

Sítio do Vale: roofing of six residences and 18 people displaced;

Variant: roofing of a residence and one person displaced.

When contacted by g1, Apiaí City Hall did not respond until the publication of this report.

According to Inmet, the yellow warning of potential danger for intense rain is valid until 11:59 pm this Monday (2) for the entire Vale do Ribeira and coast of São Paulo, in addition to several regions of the state.

According to the warning, rain could reach 50 millimeters on the day, with winds of 40 to 60 km/h. Check the forecast guidance:

Do not take shelter under trees, as there is a slight risk of falling and electrical shocks;

Do not park vehicles near transmission towers and advertising signs;

Avoid using electronic devices plugged in;

In cases of emergency, call Civil Defense (199) or the Fire Department (193).