Authorities in Brazil’s São Paulo state say at least 36 people have died in floods and landslides, forcing several cities to cancel their annual Carnival celebrations.
Video shows neighborhoods under water, flooded streets and debris left behind after homes were swept away.
Rescue teams have been struggling to reach survivors and open roadblocks.
More than 600mm (23.6 inches) of rain fell in some areas on Sunday, double the amount expected for the month.
“Search and rescue teams cannot reach many places; it’s a chaotic situation,” said Felipe Augusto, mayor of the city of São Sebastião.
“We have not measured the extent of the damage. We are trying to save the victims.”
Dozens were missing in the city and about 50 houses had collapsed and were damaged, Mr Augusto added, saying the situation remained “extremely critical”.
The state government reported at least 35 deaths in São Sebastião and the mayor of Ubatuba, about 80km (50 miles) northeast, said a girl had died. Hundreds have been displaced and evacuated.
“Unfortunately, we will have more deaths,” a civil defense official told Folha de São Paulo newspaper.
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Source: BBC
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