14697186 A strong storm with several lightning and thunder scared residents of Campo Grande in the early evening of this Friday (12). The storm, which hit several regions of the capital of Mato Grosso do Sul, was accompanied by gusts of wind. See the video above. In the video above sent by Jardim Seminário resident Faynara Freitas, it is possible to see countless electrical discharges crossing the sky of the capital in a short period of time. Records of this type are usually impressive due to the speed and intensity of the flashes, which occur when there is a rapid release of energy accumulated between the charged clouds and the ground. ✅ Click here to follow the g1 MS channel on WhatsApp Residents of neighborhoods such as Centro, Chácara Cachoeira, Tiradentes and Aero Rancho reported that the sky "suddenly darkened" just before the electrical discharges began. On social media, internet users shared reports about the intensity of the thunder, which triggered alarms in cars and homes. Lightning in Campo Grande. Faynara Freitas/Personal archive Storm and intense wind warnings The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) issued a yellow warning of "Potential Danger" for a storm in Campo Grande. The alert, which began this Friday morning, predicts rain of between 20 and 30 millimeters per hour or up to 50 millimeters per day, in addition to intense winds, which can vary from 40 to 60 km/h, and hail. The Campo Grande Civil Protection and Defense Coordination also issued an alert this Friday, reinforcing the risk of heavy rain with intense winds in the city. According to the municipal body, the weather instability is expected to last until 10:59 pm next Sunday (14). Despite the scare caused by lightning, the alert points out that there is a low risk of electricity cuts, damage to crops, falling tree branches and flooding in different parts of the city. How to protect yourself from lightning accidents? The first recommendation during a lightning storm is to always avoid leaving your home or safe buildings. If the person is already on the street, without shelter nearby, and their hair stands on end or their skin itches, this may indicate that lightning is about to strike. ⛈️In this case, she must follow the following steps, according to the Ministry of Health: Kneel and bend forward Place your hands on your head and your knee between them Do not lie on the floor Useful telephone numbers and emergency channels If you are hit by bad weather or need to report damage, residents can contact the competent authorities through the following channels: Civil Defense (Floods and emergencies): 199 Municipal services: 156 Fire Department (Trees fallen on wiring or electrified properties): 193 Energisa (Power outage or broken cables): 0800 722 7272 Weather forecast for the weekend On Saturday (13), a low pressure area located between Paraguay and the interior of the continent will intensify the transport of moisture in Mato Grosso do Sul. The day starts with cloudiness and rain showers may occur in the morning, gaining strength in the afternoon. According to meteorology, there is a risk of heavy rain accompanied by lightning, gusts of wind and isolated short-term storms. The dawn will be freezing in the southern region. Sete Quedas and Iguatemi can record minimums of 11°C. In Eldorado and Mundo Novo, thermometers can read 12°C. While the south and center record mild temperatures, the heat gains strength in the afternoon in the north and pantanal. In Ladário and Corumbá, maximum temperatures could reach 31°C. In Aquidauana and Coxim, it heats up to 30°C. In the capital, Saturday starts unstable and with rain showers from early on. Heavy rain with lightning and thunderstorms is forecast throughout the day, with a maximum of 27°C. On Sunday (14), the arrival of new atmospheric systems and the high humidity available will maintain severe weather in the state. Rain showers are forecast for the early hours of the day and may be moderate to heavy in intensity. During the day, more intense storms cannot be ruled out, with gusts of wind and significant volumes of water. Temperatures remain contained in all regions due to the persistence of cloud cover. Dawn continues to feel cold in the South, and the afternoon will have pleasant temperatures in the rest of Mato Grosso do Sul. Watch videos from Mato Grosso do Sul: