Brazil’s southern state of Rio Grande do Sul is racing against time to build emergency “tent cities” for thousands displaced by catastrophic floods that have shattered communities. At least 151 people have died, over 100 remain missing, and half a million have fled their homes since late April ⛈️.
State officials confirm plans for four tent complexes to house 8,000+ residents currently crammed into makeshift shelters. With 77,000+ people already in public facilities and waters expected to linger for weeks, scientists warn this disaster could reshape lives like a “slow-motion hurricane” 💔.
🌍 Why it matters: Entire neighborhoods now resemble lakes, and many families have nothing left to return to. As climate extremes intensify globally, this crisis offers a stark preview of resilience challenges ahead. Could transitional tent hubs become a new normal? 🤔
