Geology & Brazil

Flooding and Mudslides Brazils main natural hazards are flooding and massive mudslides. Heavy seasonal rains in Brazil lead to flooding and these flash flood events, along with poorly built towns result in mudslides that destroy thousands of dollars worth of infrastructure.  According to Brazil’s meteorological agency, INMET, excessive amount of rain is the product of Brazil’s location in the  South Atlantic Convergence Zone and is  strongest in their warm season. This  It causes thunderstorms in the Brazilian rainforest and surrounding areas during the summer. However, the amount of rain that has fallen over the region  has  doubled the historical rainfall rate  that has been recorded by  INMET  for the past 40 years. Preparing for Flooding and Mudslides Flash flooding is a frequent hazard in Brazil. As urbanization increases, more property owners are looking for protection. Urban planning has never been part of Brazil's political agenda, therefore when rain season co