Mato Grosso do Sul has 33 cities listed in an intense rain warning issued by Inmet (National Institute of Meteorology) this Wednesday (3). For anyone leaving the house, we recommend not forgetting your umbrella.
The following municipalities are included in the weather alert: Alcinópolis, Anastácio, Aquidauana, Bandeirantes, Bela Vista, Bodoquena, Bonito, Camapuã, Campo Grande, Caracol, Cassilândia, Chapadão do Sul, Corguinho, Corumbá, Costa Rica, Coxim, Dois Irmãos do Buriti , Figueirão, Jaraguari, Jardim, Ladário, Miranda, Nioaque, Paraíso das Águas, Pedro Gomes, Porto Murtinho, Ribas do Rio Pardo, Rio Negro, Rio Verde de Mato Grosso, Rochedo, São Gabriel do Oeste, Sonora and Terenos.
According to the Institute, until 10 am on Thursday (4) the expected rainfall is 50 millimeters, in addition to winds that can reach 60 kilometers per hour. There is a risk of flooding, falling tree branches and electrical discharges.
In case of gusts of wind, residents are advised not to take shelter under trees or park vehicles near transmission towers or signs. The use of electronic devices plugged into a socket is also not recommended.
Civil Defense (telephone 199) and the Fire Department (telephone 193) will be on alert to respond to any weather-related incidents.
