Fire hits vegetation between tombs in Manaus cemetery Spots of fire were recorded this Friday (7), in block 44 of the Nossa Senhora Aparecida Cemetery, in Manaus. The flames reached the dry vegetation between the tombs and were controlled by the cemetery team before the arrival of the Fire Department. Nobody was injured. In a video published on social media, it is possible to see a lot of smoke in the area, while the fire consumed the vegetation. You can also see that part of the soil, in different points, was charred. Watch above. According to the Municipal Department of Urban Cleaning (Semulsp), which manages the cemetery, the fire started after candles were lit directly on the ground, close to the vegetation and the fires were concentrated in specific points on the block. ? Join the g1 AM channel on WhatsApp According to the agency, high temperatures and dry vegetation contributed to the spread of small flames. The cemetery team began the fight using dampers and blowers. The Fire Department then arrived at the scene and helped cool the area to prevent the fire from returning. READ ALSO: Woman dies after being run over by a car on a pedestrian crossing on Avenida Rodrigo Otávio, in Manaus Graves will be assessed After controlling the flames, the administration began an assessment of the graves located in the affected area. This Saturday (8), it is planned to wash the affected spaces and carry out any repairs. Wooden parts or structures that have been damaged by fire must also be replaced. The administration advises visitors not to light candles directly on the ground or near leaves, dry grass and other materials that could facilitate the spread of flames. Care is reinforced during the period of high temperatures and low humidity in Manaus, conditions that favor the emergence and spread of fires in areas with dry vegetation. Fires were recorded at the Nossa Senhora Aparecida Cemetery, in Manaus. Reproduction/Social Media Programming for Father's Day will not be affected, says administration Despite the incident, the preparation of the Nossa Senhora Aparecida Cemetery to receive visitors on Father's Day continues normally, according to Semulsp. The structure for this Sunday (9) is in the final assembly phase. The space will have chemical bathrooms, hydration points, reception and support for visitors. Religious celebrations are also planned, with masses and services, as well as ambient sound during the visitation period. The recommendation is that family members who go to the cemetery to pay their respects should avoid leaving candles burning in inappropriate places and follow the recommendations of the teams that will be on site.