Monster Tornado Devastates Paraná, Brazil
A powerful tornado struck the southern Brazilian state of Paraná, resulting in six fatalities and over 700 injuries. Authorities described the event as one of the most severe weather occurrences ever recorded in the region.
Event Details and Damage Assessment
The state climate agency Simepar initially classified the tornado as an F2 but later upgraded it to F3 after analyzing the damage and weather data. According to Simepar meteorologist Lizandro Jacobsen,
“In terms of magnitude, it was certainly the most devastating tornado we’ve ever had” in the state of Paraná.
Images from Paraná's Civil Defense revealed extensive destruction in Rio Bonito do Iguaçu, where homes, vehicles, and roads sustained heavy damage. Officials estimated that over 90% of the municipality was affected.
Response and Ongoing Recovery
- Efforts are underway to restore essential services such as water and electricity.
- Authorities declared a state of emergency in multiple cities due to heavy rains in November.
Tornado Classification and Regional Context
The US National Weather Service defines an F3 tornado as severe, with wind speeds between 158 and 206 mph (254 to 331 km/h). Southern Brazil, an important producer of grain and meat, has experienced an increase in severe weather in recent years.
Author’s summary: A rare and powerful F3 tornado caused massive destruction and casualties in Paraná, Brazil, highlighting growing severe weather challenges in the region.
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