Severe Floods and Landslides in Minas Gerais, Brazil Cause Multiple Fatalities
Severe Floods and Landslides in Minas Gerais, Brazil Cause Multiple Fatalities
US · Published Feb 25, 2026
Severe floods and landslides in Minas Gerais, Brazil, have caused at least 20 deaths, with Juiz de Fora being the most affected city.
The Brazilian government has declared a 'state of calamity' in Juiz de Fora and mobilized resources for humanitarian aid and reconstruction.
Unprecedented rainfall in February has made it the rainiest month in Juiz de Fora's history, exacerbating the disaster.
Heavy rains cause floods, landslides, many dead
Heavy rains in the southeastern Brazilian state of Minas Gerais have triggered devastating floods and landslides, resulting in a tragic loss of life. At least 20 fatalities have been confirmed, with the city of Juiz de Fora experiencing the highest number of casualties.
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