Recife: Deadly Electrocution Highlights Dangers of Illegal Wiring

Recife, Brazil: Two Die After Electrocution on Flooded Avenue Two individuals tragically lost their lives after being electrocuted on a rain-flooded avenue in Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil, on the night of Wednesday, May 14, 2025. The incident occurred on Avenida Engenheiro Alves de Souza in the Imbiribeira neighborhood when a current leaked from a food trailer, according to reports. The victims' identities and ages have not yet been released. According to Neoenergia, the electric company, the electrocution resulted from an illegal electrical connection. A spokesperson for Neoenergia stated, "This tragic event underscores the serious dangers of illegal electrical connections, particularly during periods of heavy rain and flooding." The company has long warned about the risks associated with such connections. Jaboatão dos Guararapes reported the highest rainfall accumulation in the previous 24 hours, according to the Pernambucana Agency of Waters and Climate (Apac). The heavy rain caused widespread flooding throughout the Recife metropolitan area. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of safe electrical practices and the need to address the issue of illegal connections to prevent future tragedies.