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Waves of up to 4 meters are disrupting vessels, causing damage and causing flooding in different parts of the state.
A strong hangover which has been affecting the coast of Rio de Janeiro since Tuesday, July 29, has forced the Port Authority to completely restrict the departure of vessels from Guanabara Bay.
According to the Brazilian Navy, waves of up to 4 meters made external navigation impractical. Therefore, only vessels in sheltered waters were authorized to operate until further notice.
In addition to Guanabara Bay, the measure also applies to the bays of Sepetiba and Ilha Grande. The main objective is to preserve lives and protect vessels.
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In a statement, the Navy reported that, given the “adverse wind and sea conditions,” it decided to close navigation to avoid accidents and prevent environmental damage.
Ban affects fishing and maritime transport
In Copacabana, the Z13 Fishing Colony was unable to operate this Thursday, July 31st. No boatman dared to go out in the rough seas.
As a result, the traditional retail outlet at Posto 6 woke up with completely empty shelves. The impact directly affected local businesses, which depend on fishing.
According to the Navy, anyone who disobeys the ordinance is subject to a fine of up to R$3.200. Punishment may include imprisonment and suspension of boat licenses.
The recommendation is clear: avoid swimming in the sea, water sports, and stay away from areas where waves break strongly.
Coastal road reopened after closure
The city government closed Avenida Delfim Moreira, on the Leblon coast, after successive wave invasions between Tuesday and Wednesday.
The waters reached residential buildings.
Early Thursday morning, with the tide receding, Comlurb crews were able to remove the accumulated debris. As a result, the road was reopened to traffic.
Over the previous few days, the damage was significant. A building's gate was destroyed. Additionally, several kiosks reported structural and material damage.
CET-Rio maintained roadblocks and constant monitoring to ensure safety. Even so, the situation was tense along the waterfront.
Storm surge causes flooding and destruction in communities
In the West Zone, the Rio das Pedras region faced flooding. Residents of the area known as Areal waded through knee-deep water in the early morning hours.
Although it did not rain heavily, the combination of high tide and undertow pushed the waters of Lagoa da Tijuca up to Rio das Pedras.
The low-lying terrain made the situation worse. The waves destroyed part of the famous Fishermen's Deck in Arraial do Cabo, in the Lagos Region.
Some boats were also lost. Local fishermen are maintaining the structure, and volunteers from the community will rebuild it, according to an unofficial statement from the local government.
Weather forecast for the next few days
Despite the forecast for the swell warning to end on Thursday night, the sea will remain rough on Friday, August 1, with waves of up to 2 meters.
Furthermore, the circulation of high pressure winds moving away from the ocean should still bring maritime humidity to Greater Rio and the Lakes Region.
Light rain may fall in these areas in the morning. Inland, relative humidity may drop below 30%.
Temperatures are expected to fall mainly in regions near Minas Gerais. The cold weather remains. The capital is expected to record highs of up to 22°C on Friday.
Mornings remain cold until Sunday, August 3rd, with frosty early mornings. On Monday, August 4th, prefrontal effects slightly raise temperatures.
Afternoons tend to heat up, with highs reaching 31°C. Until then, no heavy rain is forecast. However, the sea will continue to require caution.
The guidance is especially valid for sailors, fishermen and water sports enthusiasts.
Inspection will be intensified until the end of the instability
The Port Authority, therefore, reinforced that it will continue to monitor the affected areas, especially at the exits of the bays, where the risk remains high.
Furthermore, safety will remain a top priority until maritime conditions return to normal, which may still take a few days.
Meanwhile, residents of the Rio de Janeiro coast remain on alert, as the storm surge, although temporary, has caused serious damage to infrastructure, commerce and communities.
Furthermore, in addition to high waves, moderate winds with gusts of up to 50 km/h are expected to continue between the Costa Verde and the Lagos Region.
Therefore, the guidance remains cautious. Although there is no formal storm surge warning, the seas will remain strong and unstable in the coming days.
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