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Residents in Rio Grande do Sul stranded on rooftops due to flooding in Brazil

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At least eight people have tragically lost their lives and over 20 individuals are currently missing following severe storms that triggered flooding in the southern Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul. Helicopters are actively scouring the region in search of stranded residents, with some areas experiencing such extreme flooding that helicopters are unable to land, necessitating residents to be airlifted to safety.

The state’s governor, Eduardo Leite, has urgently appealed to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva for additional air support to aid in the rescue efforts. President Lula has pledged federal government assistance to collaborate with state and municipal authorities during this challenging period, which has been exacerbated by climate change impacts.

Tragically, eight individuals have been confirmed dead, including two individuals who perished when their vehicle was swept away by floodwaters in Paverama, and another individual who died in a landslide in Salvador do Sul. Currently, 21 people remain unaccounted for, with approximately 1,500 individuals stranded in various areas.

The mayor of Sinimbu described the situation as a “nightmare,” with residents in Candelária forced to seek refuge on their rooftops as their homes became inundated with water. The collapse of bridges and the obstruction of over 20 streets have hindered emergency response efforts in reaching affected communities.

Meteorologists have forecasted additional rainfall in the region as a cold front approaches, heightening concerns for further flooding. Last year, Rio Grande do Sul experienced a devastating cyclone that claimed the lives of over 30 individuals. The National Institute of Meteorology has attributed the escalating intensity and frequency of rainfall to the weather phenomenon El Niño.

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