Brazil flooding death toll rises to 64 as search efforts continue

Heavy rains in Minas Gerais, Brazil, triggered deadly floods and landslides, causing the death toll to rise to 64 as of February 27, 2026. Search efforts continue for five missing people, while over 5,500 have been displaced from their homes in cities like Juiz de Fora and Uba. Brazil's meteorology institute warns of further extreme weather in Minas Gerais and neighboring states, increasing the risk of landslides and flooding. President Lula da Silva is scheduled to visit the affected areas to meet with local leaders and assess the damage. The federal government has allocated approximately $660,000 for reconstruction and humanitarian aid.

Floods in Minas Gerais, southeastern Brazil, have caused the death toll to rise to 46, with 21 people still missing as of Wednesday, February 26, 2026. The majority of deaths, 40, occurred in Juiz de Fora, while six were in Uba. Approximately 3,600 residents have been displaced due to the disaster, which was triggered by torrential rains causing waterways to overflow and landslides to occur. Emergency workers are continuing search and rescue operations, though firefighters have stated that those still missing are unlikely to be found alive. The floods have swept away homes and affected numerous families in the region.

Record rainfall in southeastern Brazil triggered floods and landslides, resulting in at least 30 deaths and 39 missing in the cities of Juiz de Fora and Ubá in Minas Gerais state. The disaster, occurring after an overnight downpour in a month with record rainfall, caused rivers to burst their banks and swept away homes. Firefighters and volunteers are searching for the missing, while over 200 people have been rescued. Juiz de Fora's mayor declared a state of emergency, and Brazilian President Lula da Silva pledged humanitarian assistance and support for reconstruction. The focus remains on rescuing survivors and providing aid to those affected.

Torrential rainfall in Minas Gerais, southeastern Brazil, has caused widespread flooding, resulting in at least 23 deaths as of February 24, 2026. Search and rescue teams are currently looking for over 40 people reported missing, primarily in the municipality of Juiz de Fora, where 18 deaths have been recorded. The floods, triggered by heavy rains that began on Monday, have displaced at least 440 people in Juiz de Fora and caused landslides and home collapses. Rescue efforts are ongoing, complicated by continued rainfall expected in the coming days. Seven deaths were also recorded in the nearby town of Uba.

At least 20 people have died in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais after heavy rains triggered floods and landslides on Monday evening. The majority of fatalities occurred in Juiz de Fora, with 15 deaths, while Ubá reported six deaths. Rescue operations are underway as dozens remain missing after homes and buildings collapsed. President Lula da Silva has declared a "state of calamity" in Juiz de Fora and mobilized government support for humanitarian assistance and reconstruction. Around 440 people have been displaced in Juiz de Fora, where temporary shelter is being provided and donations are being requested. The local government has declared three days of mourning.