constantly updated, the red flags mean that swimming is not
advisable, green flags mean waters are clean, and yellow
flags suggest using own judgment.
any of rio's beaches
may have polluted
waters within 24 to 48 hours following heavy rains.
visitors interested in entering this or other
areas of environmental protection, wild beaches, or any other
region where nature is more present than humans,
should read the
rules of
conduct, as prepared by the
ministry of the environment
of brazil and posted on
this page.