Powerful Tornado Devastates Town in Southern Brazil
A tornado struck Rio Bonito do Iguaçu, a town of 14,000 in Paraná state, causing severe destruction. The storm lasted only minutes but brought hail and winds reaching up to 250 km/h (155 mph).
Casualties and Damage
Authorities reported at least six people dead and more than 700 injured. Among the fatalities, five were adults and one was a 14-year-old girl. One person remains missing.
Impact on the Community
The tornado flipped cars and demolished buildings, including houses and schools, leaving significant devastation.
"What will become of us?” said Roselei Dalcandon as she stood by a pile of rubble that used to be her shop.
Weather Details
- Duration: A few minutes on Friday evening
- Winds: Up to 250 km/h (155 mph)
- Additional phenomena: Hail
The Paraná state government confirmed the scale of the tragedy and the ongoing search for missing individuals.
Official Statement
The tornado killed at least six people and injured around 750, the Paraná state government said.
Summary: A violent tornado with hurricane-force winds struck Rio Bonito do Iguaçu, Brazil, killing six, injuring hundreds, and causing widespread destruction in minutes.