Rain in Ribeirão Preto Érico Andrade/g1 The Civil Defense of the State of São Paulo issued an alert for changes in weather conditions in the region of Ribeirão Preto and Franca between this Thursday (6) and Saturday (8) due to the passage of an extratropical cyclone through the south of the country. In the region, the forecast is for winds with gusts of up to 60 km/h. In the capital of São Paulo, Greater São Paulo, the coast and Vale do Paraíba, speeds can reach 100 km/h. Since Wednesday night (5), cities in the region, such as Ribeirão Preto, Jaboticabal, Brodowski, have recorded low-intensity rain, but strong winds were felt in the early hours of Thursday. There were 7 millimeters in Ribeirão Preto alone, according to Climatempo. According to the National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet), the meteorological system intensifies over the South Atlantic and is expected to cause instability mainly in the southern region of Brazil. The effects will also be felt in areas south of São Paulo, where rain and isolated storms are forecast. According to Civil Defense, residents of cities in the interior of São Paulo, including the regions of Ribeirão Preto and Franca, should pay extra attention due to the risk of falling trees, branches and loose objects. Two weeks ago, cities such as Dumont, Taquaritinga and Guariba were drastically affected by a severe storm that recorded winds of up to 160 km/h. Recommendations Civil Defense advises that, during periods of wind and possible storms, the population: Avoid staying close to trees, poles and metal structures; Do not stay in open areas during storms; Do not face floods or cross flooded streets. In case of emergency, residents can call Civil Defense by calling 199 or the Fire Department by calling 193. According to Inmet, the extratropical cyclone could intensify quickly in the coming days, a scenario that is monitored by meteorological and Civil Defense agencies. After the system passes, a mass of cold air will advance through the Center-South of the country, causing a drop in temperatures, mainly in the states of the Southern region. In the interior of São Paulo, the weather should remain predominantly dry.