Death Toll In Brazil Flood Reaches 83, With Dozens Still Missing

The death toll from the floods in Brazil has now reached 83, with dozens of people still missing. 

According to CNN, Authorities are also investigating four additional deaths to determine if they were storm-related. 

Reports indicate that 276 people have been injured and at least 111 people are still unaccounted for. 

The Civil Defense of Rio Grande do Sul has reported that over 121,000 people have been displaced as a result of the disaster. 

The floods have impacted more than 850,000 individuals across 345 municipalities, causing significant damage to homes, roads, and bridges.
Local residents and evacuees have shared accounts of seeing dead bodies in the floodwaters, suggesting that the death toll may rise further. 

Col. José Carlos Sallet, subcommander of Rio Grande do Sul Military Firefighters, stated that approximately 1,000 firefighters are currently engaged in rescue operations. 

Despite the challenging conditions, rescue teams have been working tirelessly to save as many people as possible.

Images depict the devastating impact of the floods, with muddy brown waters reaching rooftops in some areas. Rescue teams have been utilizing inflatable rafts to evacuate individuals, including pets.

Rio Grande do Sul has experienced a growing number of extreme weather events in recent years. 

In September, the state endured a sub-tropical cyclone that claimed the lives of 54 people. 

These incidents highlight the escalating impact of the climate crisis, which is primarily caused by human activities such as the burning of fossil fuels. 

The climate crisis is exacerbating extreme weather events worldwide, leading to more frequent and intense disasters.

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