At least 55 people have been killed in devastating flash floods and landslides that hit the Brazilian city of Petropolis, turning streets into torrential rivers and sweeping away houses:
At least 55 people have been killed in devastating flash floods and landslides that hit the Brazilian city of Petropolis, turning streets into torrential rivers and sweeping away houses, officials said Wednesday.
At least 21 people have been so far been rescued alive in the effort, according to the state government. He said he was trying to save a few possessions, after spending a sleepless night helping search for victims.A man rescues a dog amid the damage caused by the heavy rains that affect the city of Petropolis, Brazil."It's almost a war situation. We've mobilised our entire team," he said.
City hall declared a "state of disaster" in the city of 300,000 people, which sits 68 kilometres north of Rio.Petropolis is a popular destination for tourists fleeing the summer heat of Rio, known for its leafy streets, stately homes, imperial palace - today a museum - and the natural beauty of the surrounding mountains.
"Thank you for your words of solidarity with the people of Petropolis," he told President Vladimir Putin after meeting the Russian leader.Brazil has been swept by heavy rains in the past several months that have caused a series of deadly floods and landslides.
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