In the Auxiliadora District, in Humaitá, which is close to the border with Manicoré, many boats have stopped traveling between the municipalities in southern Amazonas due to the drought on the Madeira River.
Rocks, logs and sandbanks are the main reasons that put navigation in the region at risk.
At least five ferries that transport goods and supplies have been stopped for at least 10 days due to the lack of navigable conditions on this stretch of the Madeira River.
Another problem for those who still venture to navigate the Madeira River is the dense smoke caused by fires in southern Amazonas.
The cloud makes it difficult for boat captains to see, who are taking extra care during their trips.
Due to the extreme drought, riverside residents are no longer able to transport their rural produce.
According to the State Civil Defense, the Madeira River dries up by about 2 centimeters per day.
The latest bulletin reports that the level has reached 8 meters and 30 centimeters, with only 20 centimeters remaining before the minimum level ever recorded in the waterway.

Source: Amazon Agency