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A cold front, which passed along the coast of São Paulo, generated a low pressure system, causing heavy rains between Saturday (18) and Sunday (19).
The air mass was concentrated in the Baixada Santista and Litoral Norte regions, with high accumulated rainfall.
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The tendency is for the air mass to move towards the southern coast towards Paraná, with accumulations that could reach more than 100 mm in Itanhaém and Peruíbe.
Understand the volume of rainfall today on the coast of São Paulo
An interview with CNN, by researcher Pedro Camarinha, from the National Center for Monitoring and Alerts for Natural Disasters (Cemaden), stated that the volume and scope of the storms were impressive.
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Camarinha explained that the volume of rain on the coast of São Paulo today is much higher than normal, and was caused by a frontal system.
He said this type of system often brings strong winds, lightning and heavy rain in a short period of time.
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The researcher added that the intensity of these phenomena will depend on the topography of each region impacted by this front.
The researcher also pointed out other impacts associated with this system.
He mentioned that, due to its intensity, there will be an increase in water levels in rivers and streams, as well as landslides in some places with steep topography.
Camarinha asked people living near rivers to take precautions and avoid entering high-risk areas as much as possible.
Finally, he suggested that people stay informed about what is happening with their local weather systems so they can take appropriate measures against flooding or landslides if necessary.
Civil Defense Alert
The Civil Defense Alert has been in effect since the 16th, and will remain in effect until this Sunday the 19th, predicting heavy rains for the state of São Paulo, with the North Coast being the focus of this alert.
The State Civil Defense Coordination took the lead and set up a management committee for actions to assist and assist those left homeless and displaced by the rains.
The Civil Defense team is already in São Sebastião, which has declared a state of public calamity.
The trucks are stocked with mattresses, blankets, cleaning kits and basic food baskets to serve these regions affected by the rain
