Santa Cruz marks 17 days without forest fires; flood risk from El Niño rises

The Santa Cruz Governor's Office reports 17 consecutive days without forest fires, a notable improvement after prior fire activity. Attention now shifts to potential flooding in the Piraí River basin, driven by El Niño conditions, which could threaten the region. The development signals a transition from fire risk to flood risk, with implications for local infrastructure and agriculture.

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