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The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) issued an orange alert for intense rain throughout Acre, with high volumes of precipitation and strong winds expected until Wednesday night (7). The warning indicates a potential risk of disruption, especially in urban and riverside areas of the state.
Inmet warning affects Vale do Acre and Vale do Juruá/Photo: Reproduction
According to Inmet, both Vale do Acre and Vale do Juruá are included in the danger area. The forecast indicates the possibility of rain that can reach 100 millimeters per day, accompanied by gusts of wind that can reach up to 100 km/h, a scenario that increases the risk of flooding, falling trees and interruptions in the electricity supply.
In Acre, the alert requires increased attention from residents of regions historically affected by flooding and rapid elevation of streams and rivers. In periods of intense rain, the accumulation of water in a short space of time can cause floods, as well as damage to urban roads and roads that connect municipalities in the interior.
The meteorological warning also extends to other states in the North region, such as Amazonas, Pará and Rondônia, as well as areas in the Center-West and Southeast of the country. However, in Acre’s territory, the combination of waterlogged soil and continued rainfall increases the risk of disturbances in lower-lying neighborhoods and communities close to watercourses.
According to Inmet, the orange alert represents a dangerous condition, which means that the predicted phenomena could cause significant impacts. The guidance is that the population monitors weather updates and follows the recommendations of civil defense authorities.
Among the recommended preventive measures are turning off electrical appliances in case of instability in the network, avoiding shelter under trees during gusts of wind and paying extra attention in hillside areas or close to rivers. Drivers should also be careful when traveling on urban and road sections subject to flooding.
The complete list of municipalities in Acre affected by the alert, as well as updates on the evolution of weather conditions, can be consulted directly on the National Institute of Meteorology website.
