Devastating Flooding in Southern Brazil Displaces Tens of Thousands

Southern Brazil has been hit by the flooding in over a decade, with Rio Grande do Sul being the hardest-hit state. Over 50,000 residents have been evacuated, and multiple municipalities are underwater due to the overflowing Guaíba and Taquari rivers.In Porto Alegre, public transport has halted and dozens of schools remain closed. Rescue teams, aided by helicopters and boats, are working around the clock to save trapped families. Infrastructure damage includes collapsed bridges and destroyed roads, and communication lines remain unstable in rural areas.The federal government declared a national emergency and allocated $200 million in immediate relief funds. Meteorologists warn that more rain is expected in the coming days, increasing the risk of landslides.

Al Jazeera