Almada ends water alert as Brazil faces rising flood risks

In Almada, Portugal, the water supply alert has ended after 54 days. The alert, which began in July, was triggered by service failures particularly affecting Costa da Caparica. The Serviços Municipalizados de Água e Saneamento (SMAS) reported that reservoir levels have stabilized above 70%, allowing for the lifting of restrictions such as nighttime water cuts and prohibitions on non-essential uses like garden irrigation and car washing.

In Brazil, heavy rainfall in the Itajaí Valley has caused significant flooding risks. In Blumenau, the Rio Itajaí-Açu reached 7.48 meters, with projections suggesting it could peak at 7.70 meters, potentially triggering multiple flood stages and impacting low-lying streets. The Defesa Civil has recorded numerous weather-related incidents, including landslides and flooding.

Other regions in Brazil are also facing rising water levels. In Brusque, the Rio Itajaí-Mirim is projected to peak at 5.50 meters, prompting preventive closures of certain riverside areas. Additionally, the São Gonçalo channel has surpassed its attention level, with officials monitoring the situation to prevent major flooding, noting that current levels remain below historical record highs.