Relentless rains in Rio Grande do Sul have claimed at least 100 lives, forced 163,000+ to flee, and left rescue teams battling dangerous weather to reach survivors. 🌪️
Infrastructure Collapse
Highways and bridges are destroyed, cutting off entire communities. Porto Alegre, the state capital, resembles a waterlogged ghost town after the Guaiba River overflowed. 'It seems like the world has ended,' said resident Adriana Freitas. 💧🏚️
Emergency Challenges
With 128 still missing, armored military vehicles are navigating 3-meter-deep floods in Canoas. Authorities warn residents near the Patos lagoon to evacuate immediately. 🚨🛶
Climate Context
The disaster highlights worsening extreme weather patterns in South America, raising urgent questions about climate resilience. 🌍⚡
