Rio de Janeiro faces the impacts of a strong hangover on the morning of Wednesday (30), with waves that have already reached 3.7 meters high. The alert, issued by the Brazilian Navy, continues in force until the morning of Thursday (31) and affects the entire Fluminense coast.
Avenida Delfim Moreira in Leblon, In the south of Rio, it remains Partially banned since the night of Tuesday (29) due to the advance of the sea and the accumulation of sand. Niemeyer Avenue operates normally this morning.
On social networks, Videos show the sea invading the boardwalk at various points in the southern edge. In Guaratiba, in the West Zone, The waves reached the track and hit buses that were parked.
Despite the fright, there were no injuries. See the moment a resident reports the wave advancing toward the road:
Since this Tuesday (29), Comlurb (Municipal Urban Cleaning Company) has mobilized a emergency operation with 100 sweepers and 28 trucks to remove the sand brought by the waves. Have already been removed More than 100 tonsbut the work remains intense and with no forecast of completion, as the sea remains agitated.
Cold front
Despite the hangover, Time remains stable on Wednesday (30). According to the Alert river, cloudiness will be variable throughout the day, without forecast of rain. Temperatures fall, with expected minimum 11 ° C and maximum of 25 ° C. The winds will be moderate during the day, weakening at night.
City Hall reinforces recommendations so that the population Avoid sea bath and water sports During the hangover period. Cyclists should avoid the waterfront where waves reach the bike path and fishermen are oriented not to go out with their vessels.
It is also important Avoid lookouts or areas near the breakdown. In case of emergency at sea, the guidance is to trigger the Fire Department by phone 193 – without trying to rescues on its own.
