Southern Brazil is grappling with its worst natural disaster ever, as relentless rains have led to catastrophic floods in the state of Rio Grande do Sul. The death toll has tragically reached 95, with 372 individuals reported injured and 131 still missing, according to the civil defense force handling the disaster relief.
Teams are tirelessly working to deliver humanitarian aid to Porto Alegre and other affected municipalities. Inundated streets have forced more than 160,000 people to evacuate their homes, leading to long queues for drinking water as the region faces severe shortages.
Governor Eduardo Leite expressed grave concern, stating, \"The tolls continue to rise and unfortunately we anticipate that they are still very inaccurate because the emergency is continuing to develop.\"
Nearly 400 municipalities are impacted, with state capital Porto Alegre among the hardest hit. Forecasts warn of additional heavy downpours, heightening fears of further devastation and complicating rescue and relief efforts.
The community remains resilient, with local and international organizations stepping in to support those affected by the floods. As the situation develops, the focus remains on providing essential aid and ensuring the safety of the displaced residents.
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Brazil floods: Death toll reaches 95, residents face water shortage
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