Mato Grosso

Notícias de Mato Grosso

Bombeiros resgatam jiboia de 1,5 metro em município em MT

Firefighters rescue 1.5-meter boa constrictor in MT municipality

The Mato Grosso Fire Department rescued a boa constrictor approximately 1.5 meters long from a leisure area in Campo Verde (MT). The action ensured public safety and the preservation of the animal, which was released into its natural habitat, following wildlife management protocols.

Apr 08, 2026

Heat and Rain Mark Saturday in Poconé

Saturday in Poconé, MT: heat up to 35°C and a chance of afternoon showers. Prepare for the typical Pantanal climate: hot, humid, and unpredictable!

Apr 04, 2026

Bridges and roads destroyed: government recognizes state of emergency in Mato Grosso municipality after heavy rains

Heavy rains caused extensive damage to infrastructure in the municipality of Peixoto de Azevedo, in the state of Mato Grosso. Given the recorded losses, the federal government officially recognized the situation

Mar 15, 2026

Cuiabá investe R$ 200 milhões em parques urbanos e áreas verdes

Cuiabá invests R$ 200 million in urban parks and green areas

Mato Grosso's capital bets on green infrastructure to improve quality of life and combat heat islands.

Mar 02, 2026

Mato Grosso Government Seeks Solutions for Commercial Fishing Ban Controversy

In a conciliation hearing at the Supreme Federal Court (STF) held this Thursday (25), the state government of Mato Grosso acknowledged the negative impacts of the law prohibiting commercial fishing for five years and requested a seven-day period to present a new proposal. The ban, in effect since the beginning of this year, has caused significant repercussions.

Jan 26, 2024

Fire Department Issues R$171.2 Million in Fines for Irregular Fire Use in MT

Fire Department applies R$ 171.2 million in fines for irregular use of fire in MT

Throughout 2023, the Mato Grosso Military Fire Department applied R$ 171.2 million in fines for irregular use of fire in 28 municipalities across the state. In total, 92 properties were cited, 520 m³ of wood, 30 vehicles and materials were seized, and 26 embargo notices were issued. More than 26.9 thousand [...]

Dec 29, 2023

Macaw Becomes 'Friend' of Couple During Bike Ride in MT

Macaw becomes couple's "friend" during bike ride in MT

While Néia Lamego and Maurício Lamego were cycling on a rural road near Tangará da Serra, 242 km from Cuiabá, a red macaw approached Neia and simply accompanied her for a long stretch of the ride. This bird, very common in the fauna of Mato Grosso, demonstrated unusual behavior for the majestic species, after all, despite [...]

Dec 10, 2023

Environmental Police Arrest 7, Seize 885 kg of Fish in First Two Months of Piracema in MT

Environmental Police arrest 7 people and seize 885 kg of fish in the first two months of piracema in MT

The Environmental Police arrested 7 people and seized 885 kg of fish in the first two months of the piracema period in Mato Grosso. The data comes from the Fauna Inspection Coordination of the State Department of Environment (Sema-MT). Also, R$ 136,000 in fines were applied and 973 fish were released. Inspections were carried out …

Dec 04, 2023

Man Caught with 35 kg of 'Dourado' Fish, Arrested for Illegal Trade in MT

Man caught with 35 kg of 'Dourado' and arrested for illegal trade in MT

A 56-year-old man was arrested in flagrante on Monday afternoon (20), suspected of illegally transporting 35 kg of Dourado fish in Tangará da Serra, 242 km from Cuiabá. In addition to the arrest, he was also fined R$ 28.5 thousand. According to the Environmental Military Police Battalion […]

Nov 28, 2023

Unexpected Tapir Parade in Mato Grosso Bar Goes Viral

Unexpected tapir parade at a bar in Mato Grosso goes viral

A tapir was spotted strolling through the streets of Poconé, a city located in the Pantanal of Mato Grosso. The images, which went viral on social media, show people calmly enjoying the night when the animal approaches. A couple even gets up, startled by the animal, which pays them no mind and continues "parading" under the gaze of [...]

Nov 18, 2023

Video: Jaguar Killed by Truck in Mato Grosso

Video: Jaguar dies after being hit by a truck in Mato Grosso

A jaguar died after being hit by a truck driver on Monday night (30) on BR-070 in Cáceres (219 kilometers from Cuiabá). A video made by federal highway police officer Rejane Cunha shows the animal stretched out on the road, with its tongue out and some apparent head injuries. "Our work has good things and bad things [...]

Nov 02, 2023

Tapir hit and killed on MT-010 highway in Mato Grosso

A tapir died after being hit by a funeral car on Highway MT-010, in the municipality of São José do Rio Claro, 325 km from Cuiabá. According to G1 MT, the accident happened on Saturday (28). According to the funeral home owner, the car was coming from Sorriso, 420 km from the capital, making the [...]

Oct 30, 2023

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