Taquari River reaches highest elevation in history and RS government orders immediate evacuation of residents

O Taquari river level It surpassed the 30m mark on Wednesday night, according to MetSul. The data represents the highest elevation in history since the beginning of measurements, surpassing 1941 and September 2023 – 29.43m. The volume of water should continue to rise over the next few hours.

O government of Rio Grande do Sul determined to residents of risk areas in the cities of Santa Tereza, Muçum, Roca Sales, Arroio do Meio, Encantado and Lajeado that leave your homes immediately and seek a place of safety.

According to the RS Civil Defenseresidents who do not have alternative locations should seek information from their city’s Civil Defense about public shelters provided by City Halls, escape routes and security points.

Earlier, Governor Eduardo Leite reiterated the warning for residents to seek shelter. “We ask that people leave their homes tonight and look for a safe place. The Taquari River will rise in the morning that will surpass last year’s. Leave your homes. The worst moment will happen this morning.”

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