Heavy rain advisory issued by INMET, potential power outages in Angra dos Reis and surrounding areas expected through Monday (9)
Get ready, folks! The weather gods are grumpier than a bear with a bee in its fur. The National Meteorological Institute (INMET) has slapped a yellow alert on Angra dos Reis and a dozen other cities in the sultry Sul Fluminense region on June 9, 2025. And when INMET issues a yellow alert, it's time to batten down the hatches, because this warning ain't no joke.
Alerts from INMET fall into three categories: potential danger, danger, and severe danger. This yellow warning means we need to be on our toes, as heavy rain (up to 30 mm per hour) and winds reaching speeds of 60 km/h are headed our way. So buckle up, buttercup, because it's gonna be a wild ride!
The rain and winds could lead to power outages, broken branches littering the streets like confetti, flooded roadways, and the sky crackling with lightning strikes. Some of the cities expected to be in the crosshairs of this southern storm include:
- Volta Redonda - RJ
- Angra dos Reis - RJ
- Barra do Pirai - RJ
- Barra Mansa - RJ
- Itatiaia - RJ
- Paraty - RJ
- Pinheiral - RJ
- Piraí - RJ
- Porto Real - RJ
- Quatis - RJ
- Resende - RJ
- Rio Claro - RJ
- Rio das Flores - RJ
- Valença - RJ
If you find yourself in the path of this storm, stay informed through local news and weather updates for the most current information. In case of emergencies, don't be a hero – contact the Civil Defense at phone number 199 or the Fire Department at 193. If you're dealing with a power outage, give CEMIG a call at 116 to report the issue.
Now, you might be wondering what the weather conditions are like on that fateful day in June. Well, the forecast for Angra dos Reis indicates rain with temperatures ranging from 19°C to 21°C[2]. Other cities in the region, like Paraty with its historic charm and picture-perfect beaches, are likely to experience similar conditions, given their geographical proximity and shared meteorological influences.
This warning is a clear reminder that Mother Nature can be a force to be reckoned with. So let's not underestimate the power of a storm. Stay safe, stay informed, and try not to get caught in a downpour – trust us, nobody wants drapes stuck to their skin!
- In the realm of environmental science, the storm approaching Angra dos Reis and other cities on June 9, 2025, is a testament to the unpredictable and potentially dangerous forces of weather.
- As the weather systems gather strength, it's crucial to seek out the latest updates in environmental-science research to better understand and prepare for such events.
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