Brazil federal government declares state of emergency in 27 municipalities in Pernambuco

On 2026-05-05, Brazil's federal government recognized a state of emergency in 27 municipalities in Pernambuco after recent heavy rains. The decree was issued to speed federal response and reconstruction, including cleanup, school repairs, drainage works, housing, and slope containment. The article says the emergency recognition covers municipalities including Recife, Olinda, and Jaboatão dos Guararapes.