Southern Brazil is reeling from devastating floods that have claimed at least 39 lives, with 68 people still missing and over 24,000 displaced. The downpour has turned Rio Grande do Sul—bordering Uruguay and Argentina—into a landscape of chaos, affecting more than half of the state’s 497 cities. 🌍
Local authorities warn the death toll could rise as rescue teams scramble through submerged neighborhoods. The storms, described as the region’s worst in decades, have washed away roads, collapsed bridges, and left entire communities isolated. 💔 ‘This isn’t just rain—it’s a perfect storm of tragedy,’ one volunteer told reporters.
With climate experts pointing to extreme weather patterns, the disaster raises urgent questions about preparedness in vulnerable regions. Follow updates as rescue efforts continue. 🚨
