Hail, heavy rain, and strong winds: 44 cities in Minas Gerais are under alert

Forty-four cities in Minas Gerais are under alert for rainfall between 20 and 30 mm/h or up to 50 mm/day, strong winds (40 to 60 km/h), and hail. The warning issued by the National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) is valid from 9 am to 10 am this Friday (29) and can be renewed at any time. However, the risk of power outages, damage to crops, falling tree branches, and floods is low. Here are some recommendations: In case of wind gusts, do not take shelter under trees, as there is a slight risk of falling and electrical discharges, and do not park vehicles near transmission towers and advertising signs. Avoid using electronic devices plugged into outlets. Get more information from the Civil Defense (phone 199) and Fire Department (phone 193). The municipalities are located in the South/Southwest and Triângulo Mineiro/Alto Paranaíba regions of Minas Gerais.