Families in southeastern Brazil are mourning the loss of loved ones as severe floods in the state of Minas Gerais have caused at least 40 deaths. With over 3,000 residents displaced, the towns of Juiz de Fora and Uba bear the brunt of nature’s wrath. Bernardo Lopes Dutra, a victim of the floods, was remembered for his gentle spirit after his tragic death in a house collapse.
The community grapples with uncertainty as recovery efforts continue. Pastor Ananias Simões from Juiz de Fora described the situation as dire, turning his church into a makeshift shelter for affected families. Local truck driver Dário Tibério voiced fears of further destruction, illustrating the pervasive sense of insecurity.
Authorities fear additional landslides as torrential rains disrupt life in these Brazilian cities. Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva announced that security forces and healthcare teams are actively supporting rescue and relief operations. Scientists link these extreme weather events to climate change, raising concerns for future stability.
(With inputs from agencies.)