7th January 2016 the River Paraguay rose by 7.84 metres, well above the “critical stage” of 5.5 metres. The Parana has increased by 70cm in the 24 hours in Ciudad Del Este, a city expected to be one of the fastest growing in Latin America by 2030. However, a lack of urban planning makes this city susceptible to climate related impacts, with low levels of preparedness and response.
