A major river in the Brazilian metropolis Sao Paulo is suddenly emerald green and clear skies have turned from blue to grey. The changes suggested a fantasy world, but in fact environmental threats have transformed the reality of the city’s color palette in recent days.
A river in Brazil’s largest city, Sao Paulo turned green on Monday as a severe drought in the country continues. Pinheiros river runs through the city of Sao Paulo , and is one of the most polluted in Brazil. The Pinheiros River is green in Sao Paulo , Brazil, Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024. The state’s environmental authority attributes the river’s new green hue to an algae bloom, the result of severe drought that has significantly lowered water levels.
Residents of South America’s most populous city are complaining about both the smoke throughout the city and a putrid smell near the river. Sao Paulo state’s environmental agency classified Tuesday’s air quality in the metropolitan region as very poor, and advised people to avoid strenuous outdoor exercise, stay hydrated, and keep doors and windows closed.
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