# Mato Grosso state initiatives and weather emergencies

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/mato-grosso-state-initiatives-and-emergencies
> Updated: 2026-10-24T13:12:44.000Z. Sources: 18. Developments: 2.

In Mato Grosso, authorities have implemented new measures to support rural women and address domestic violence. Through a joint ordinance, the State Secretariat of Family Agriculture, the Civil House, and the Secretariat of Social Assistance and Citizenship are deploying mobile services, such as the ‘Van Rosa’ unit, to farming communities to provide legal information and support. Additionally, the municipality of Nova Mutum has introduced a personal defense program offering martial arts training to victims of domestic violence.

Separately, the Mato Grosso Civil Defense has responded to severe weather emergencies. Heavy rains and windstorms, which exceeded monthly averages in municipalities including Colíder, Gaúcha do Norte, and Rosário Oeste, caused roof collapses and fallen trees. Data from NASA’s IMERG program and the National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) indicate rainfall levels significantly exceeded the monthly average of 75 mm; specifically, Gaúcha do Norte recorded 115 mm, Rosário Oeste 110 mm, and Colíder 90 mm.

The state has launched a humanitarian aid operation to distribute mattresses, roof tiles, water tanks, and tarpaulins to address immediate housing and sanitation needs. The Civil Defense continues to provide technical guidance to local governments regarding formal emergency declarations while monitoring weather conditions. Inmet has warned that intense rain and strong winds are expected to persist across the state's interior.

## Claims

- The Mato Grosso Civil Defense sent humanitarian aid to Colíder, Gaúcha do Norte, and Rosário Oeste. (reported by 6 sources)
- Distributed items include mattresses, roof tiles, water tanks, and tarpaulins. (reported by 6 sources)
- Gaúcha do Norte recorded 115mm of rainfall in October. (reported by 6 sources)
- Rosário Oeste recorded 110mm of rainfall in October. (reported by 6 sources)
- Colíder recorded 90mm of rainfall in October. (reported by 6 sources)
- The monthly average rainfall for October is estimated at 75mm by Inmet. (reported by 6 sources)
- Windstorms caused roof damage and fallen trees in the affected municipalities. (reported by 6 sources)
- Intense rain and windstorms are forecast to continue next week. (reported by 6 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-24: Mato Grosso Civil Defense provides aid to cities hit by heavy rains

Mato Grosso's Civil Defense is delivering emergency supplies like roofing and water tanks to Colíder, Gaúcha do Norte, and Rosário Oeste after heavy rains exceeded monthly averages.

14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mato-grosso-civil-defense-provides-aid-to-storm-hit-municipalities

### 2026-10-19: Mato Grosso expands support and safety programs for rural women

Mato Grosso is expanding mobile protection services for rural women, while Nova Mutum has launched a personal defense program to support victims of domestic violence.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mato-grosso-expands-support-and-safety-programs-for-rural-women

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