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Foz do Iguaçu under red alert for storm with 120 km/h winds

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INMET issues high danger warning for September 21 with risk of heavy rain and flooding

The Foz do Iguaçu area in Paraná is under a red storm alert issued by the National Institute of Meteorology. The warning, valid for September 21, 2026 (00:00-23:59), forecasts winds up to 120 km/h, rain exceeding 100 mm per hour, and flooding risk.

Foz do Iguaçu under red alert for storm with 120 km/h winds
Foto: Sanbjork / Wikimedia · CC BY-SA 4.0

INMET classified the situation as high danger for the municipality and neighboring cities in western Paraná. The forecast includes the possibility of accumulated rain greater than 100 mm in a single day.

The main hazards identified are power outages, crop destruction, falling trees, and water overflow in low-lying areas. Hail is also part of the weather outlook.

In an emergency, residents should contact Civil Defense at 199 or the Fire Department at 193. Power-related issues and downed poles should be reported to CEMIG at 116.

Source: O TEMPO URL: https://www.otempo.com.br/tempo/2026/9/20/alerta-vermelho-foz-do-iguacu-preve-ventos-de-100-km-h-granizo-e-alagamentos-diz-inmet

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