25.02.2026 01:49
Severe rains in the state of Minas Gerais, Brazil, have caused floods that resulted in the deaths of 23 people and left 47 missing. Authorities have declared a 3-day official mourning period. Search and rescue operations are ongoing to locate the missing individuals.
Since yesterday, heavy rains in Brazil have caused floods, resulting in the deaths of 23 people and 47 others missing, according to initial reports.
CASUALTIES IN THE FLOOD DISASTER 23
Romeu Zema, the Governor of Minas Gerais, stated in a press release that 16 people died in the city of Juiz de Fora and 7 in Uba.
3 DAYS OF OFFICIAL MOURNING DECLARED
Zema mentioned that they declared 3 days of official mourning due to the flood disaster and stated that search and rescue teams are working tirelessly to find the 47 missing people. A statement from the fire department indicated that most of the deaths were caused by landslides and building collapses.
440 PEOPLE LEFT HOMELESS
In a statement noting that at least 440 people became homeless in Juiz de Fora due to the overflowing rivers, it was expressed that the death toll could rise further. Authorities announced that February is experiencing the rainiest period on record and that the state received more than double the normal rainfall.
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva stated in a press release that the government is mobilizing due to the heavy rains affecting Minas Gerais, expressing, "I extend my deepest condolences to the families who lost their loved ones."