Saneamento, drenagem e manejo sustentável de águas urbanas: Uma análise da judicialização da gestão de desastres hidrológicos na Avenida Rondon Pacheco em Uberlândia-MG.

Abstract

The present study investigated the issues faced by Uberlândia regarding hydrological disasters and urban water management. The first chapter addressed the human and fundamental right to basic sanitation, emphasizing its importance for dignity and people's health. The second chapter analyzed hydrological disasters in Uberlândia, especially in areas near Avenida Rondon Pacheco. Recurrent floods have caused material and environmental damage, endangering citizens' lives. The third chapter focused on the judicialization of urban water management, highlighting the Public Civil Action No. 5002969-25.2022.8.13.0702. The Public Prosecutor's Office sought measures to prevent new disasters and ensure the population's safety, contrasting with the defensive stance of the Municipality of Uberlândia. The interim decision required reports and studies on the capacity for stormwater runoff, essential for analyzing municipal responsibility. It is concluded that Uberlândia faces significant challenges, but there are opportunities for transformations and the implementation of effective public policies. This study contributes to the reflection on urban water management, emphasizing the importance of preventive, sustainable, and effective measures to ensure the well-being of the population and the protection of the environment in Uberlândia and other Brazilian cities.