The death toll from torrential rains in Brazil's southeastern Minas Gerais state has risen to 46 as of Wednesday, February 26, 2026, with 21 people still reported missing. Authorities describe the situation as "one of the region's worst climate disasters in recent years" as rescue teams battle flooded roads and landslides to reach isolated communities.
Over 50 cities in Minas Gerais have declared states of emergency, with social media flooded with videos of collapsed bridges and submerged neighborhoods. 🌊 Local officials warn that recovery efforts could take months, while climate scientists highlight the storm's intensity as part of a global pattern of extreme weather events in 2026.
Brazil’s national disaster agency has deployed helicopters and drones to locate survivors, urging residents in high-risk zones to evacuate immediately. Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
