Strong winds, hail, and damage reported in cities of SC amid cyclone

The Xanxerê Civil Defense also provides assistance, isolates risk areas, and conducts technical inspections. In Chapecó, material damages were reported in the neighborhoods of Belverde, Bela Vista, Vila Rica, and Eldorado, with records of floods, fallen trees, and roof damages. The Civil Defense issued a warning for heavy rain and strong winds with the advancement of a cold front and the formation of a cyclone at sea, between the South and Southeast coast. Throughout the day, the rain is expected to spread beyond the Far West and West of Santa Catarina, especially in the late afternoon and evening. The risk is very high for incidents such as roof damage, tree falls, and electrical grid damages.