In southern Brazil, over 24,000 people have been displaced by floods and mudslides, with dozens of fatalities reported. On Friday, the death toll rose to 39 as heavy rain continued to wreak havoc in the region.
Rescue workers are working around the clock to locate missing individuals among the debris of collapsed buildings, bridges, and roads. The search efforts are being assisted by boats and airplanes in Rio Grande do Sul, where over 70 people have been injured and nearly 70 remain missing.
The flooding has also cut off access to major highways in the area, putting pressure on dams and threatening Porto Alegre with unprecedented flooding. Many communities are facing a shortage of basic necessities such as drinking water, electricity, and communication services.
President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva visited the affected areas on Thursday and pledged ample aid and supplies for those impacted by the disaster. Meanwhile, residents in affected areas are fleeing their homes on trucks to escape rising floodwaters.
Despite the challenges faced by authorities in providing relief and support to those affected by the floods and mudslides in southern Brazil, efforts continue tirelessly to provide assistance to those impacted by this tragic event.
