Inmet warns of risk of storms in Southeast and Midwest
Cásper Líbero graduate journalist, with a postgraduate degree in political marketing and electoral propaganda from USP. He worked for ESPN's website, covering the Beijing Olympics in China in 2008. He also worked for Metrópoles, InfoMoney, O Antagonista, iG, and Terra, covering politics and economy. As a press advisor, he worked in the Chamber of Deputies and the Ministry of Culture. He is the author of the books “Dias: a Vida do Maior Jogador do São Paulo nos Anos 1960” and “20 Jogos Eternos do São Paulo”.
TL;DR
- A cold front will bring heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds to Brazil's Southeast and Midwest on Sunday, November 8, 2026.
- Inmet has issued a "danger" alert (orange) for parts of the Southeast (São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Minas Gerais, Espírito Santo) and Midwest.
- Rainfall is predicted to be between 30-60 mm/h, with winds from 60-100 km/h and potential for hail.
- Risks include power outages, damage to crops, fallen trees, and flooding.
- Residents are advised to avoid sheltering under trees and to disconnect electrical devices.