RIO DE JANEIRO, Jan 14 (Reuters) – Heavy rain that hit the Brazilian state of Rio de Janeiro this weekend has killed at least 11 people, according to the state fire service.
The rains flooded streets, the capital’s metro line and homes, knocking down trees and causing landslides.
Heavy rain that hit the Brazilian state of Rio de Janeiro this weekend has killed at least 11 people, according to the state fire service. REUTERSP A boy was seen collecting his belongings in a flooded area after heavy rains hit Rio de Janeiro. REUTERSP The rains flooded streets, the capital’s metro line and homes, knocking down trees and causing landslides. REUTERSP Firefighters continue to search for a missing woman after her vehicle fell into a river. REUTERSP The government of Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva offered federal support, while Rio Mayor Eduardo Paes announced a state of emergency. AFP via Getty Images A woman sits outside her house with her belongings after heavy rain in an area affected by heavy rain. REUTERSP
Rio Mayor Eduardo Paes announced a state of emergency, while President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s government offered federal support.
Firefighters are still searching for a woman missing after her vehicle fell into a river.
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