Incidents06.09.2023 - 17:47

Extratropical cyclone killed 22 people in Brazil

21 people died in the state of Rio Grande do Sul and another in Santa Catarina.

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In Brazil, 22 people have died as a result of bad weather. 21 people died in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, one more - in Santa Catarina. It is reported that one of the victims was a rescuer who was assisting victims of the cyclone.

According to the local edition of O Globo, the extratropical cyclone hit 60 towns, causing the water level in the rivers to rise by more than 20 meters. Houses and other structures were flooded.

At the moment, local authorities are determining the damage caused by the disaster. It is already known that 1650 people were left without housing. Musun City Hall recommended residents to find supplies for the next 72 hours.

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