News|WeatherRescuers search for missing after storm deluge kills 30 in BrazilRecord rains trigger floods and landslides in Brazil, killing 30 as rescuers search for dozens missing.
In southeastern Brazil, firefighters have recovered a body from the mud following a landslide that resulted in the destruction of several houses. The incident has left 30 individuals deceased and 39 missing after severe rainfall affected the region.
In southeastern Brazil, firefighters have recovered a body from the mud following a landslide that resulted in the destruction of several houses. The incident has left 30 individuals deceased and 39 missing after severe rainfall affected the region.
The state of Minas Gerais experienced significant flooding as a river overflowed its banks, transforming streets into torrents of water following the overnight rainfall. This area has recorded unprecedented rainfall levels this month.
As of Tuesday, authorities reported 30 fatalities in the cities of Juiz de Fora and Uba, with over 200 individuals rescued. Efforts are ongoing to locate the 39 missing persons using firefighters and sniffer dogs.
In Juiz de Fora, a landslide destroyed 12 homes in a hillside neighborhood, as reported by Major Demetrius Goulart of the fire brigade. Many residents were inside their homes during the rainfall.
In southeastern Brazil, firefighters have recovered a body from the mud following a landslide that resulted in the destruction of several houses.
Juiz de Fora's Mayor, Margarida Salomao, has declared a state of emergency. The focus is on providing humanitarian assistance, restoring basic services, aiding displaced individuals, and supporting reconstruction efforts. The municipality, with a population of just over 500,000, has experienced its highest recorded rainfall for February, accumulating 584mm.
An estimated 3,000 residents have been displaced, and certain neighborhoods remain isolated due to at least 20 landslides. State authorities have suspended classes in all municipal schools.
Historical Context of Weather Events in Brazil
Brazil has encountered various tragedies due to extreme weather, including floods, droughts, and intense heatwaves. In 2024, over 200 fatalities were recorded due to flooding in southern Brazil, one of the country's most severe natural disasters. Earlier, a deluge in Petropolis, near Rio de Janeiro, resulted in 241 deaths.
These weather events have been primarily attributed to climate change, according to experts.
Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.