The Confea/Crea System and Mutual is working to help communities affected by heavy rains in Southern Brazil, especially in Rio Grande do Sul. Crea-RS, through its regional inspectors, is offering support and assistance in the affected municipalities.
Actions of Crea-RS – Crea-RS is mobilizing its regional inspectors to assist municipalities, government, and communities, using official vehicles to provide support in the cities where it has offices. The organization implemented the Technical Responsibility Annotation (ART) at no cost for the public sector involved in the reconstruction of infrastructures, and Mútua-RS has made a non-reimbursable financial benefit available for situations of natural disasters.
Government Collaborations
Technical Cooperation Agreements with state departments for inspection and drafting reports on affected properties are being expedited. The president of Confea, Vinicius Marchese, emphasized the importance of strengthening the dialogue on urban planning, climate emergency, and the environment to prevent future disasters.
Solidarity and Guidelines
Crea Gaúcho expressed solidarity with the population and detailed the ongoing actions. The president of Crea-RS, Nanci Walter, advises people to avoid traveling and to contact the Civil Defense or Fire Department if needed. The State Government has a PIX for donations, directed entirely to the flood victims.
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Commitment to Reconstruction
The Confea/Crea System and Mutual, alongside other organizations, is committed to the reconstruction of the affected areas, demonstrating solidarity and cooperation to ensure adequate support and effective restructuring.

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