According to the warning, intense rain is expected, which can vary between 30 and 60 millimeters per hour or reach up to 100 millimeters throughout the day, in addition to strong winds, with gusts between 60 and 100 km/h, and the possibility of hail.
The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a warning regarding storm danger which affects a large part of Rio Grande do Sul and remains valid until Monday evening (22).
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According to the opinion, it is expected that heavy rainwhich can vary between 30 and 60 millimeters per hour or reach up to 100 millimeters throughout the day, in addition to strong windswith gusts between 60 and 100 km/h, and possibility of hail. The scenario increases the risk of flood, falling trees, crop damage And interruptions in electricity supply.
Areas under alert include regions South, North-West, Central-West, Central-Eastin addition to the Porto Alegre Metropolitan Region and part of Northeast Gaucho.
Civil Defense advises the population to be particularly careful, to avoid sheltering under trees in the event of strong wind and not to park vehicles near metal structures, transmission pylons or advertising panels. Where possible, it is also recommended to turn off electrical appliances and the general power supply.
In emergency situations, it is advisable to activate the Civil Defense by telephone 199 or the Fire department at 193.
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