Tornado Devastates Rio Bonito do Iguacu in Southern Brazil
A powerful tornado struck Rio Bonito do Iguacu, a town of 14,000 people in Parana state, causing massive destruction, killing at least six people, and injuring around 750 others, local authorities reported on Saturday.
Impact and Damage
The tornado, which occurred on Friday evening, lasted only minutes but unleashed winds reaching up to 250 km/h (155 mph). It flipped cars and demolished numerous buildings, leaving the town heavily damaged.
“I arrived home and found myself without a roof over my head,” said 51-year-old Nereu Sabadini, who was outside the town during the event. “I’m homeless and rebuilding will take some time.”
Officials estimated that 90 percent of the town suffered damage, including homes, schools, and businesses.
“It destroyed the town, houses, schools. What will become of us?” asked Roselei Dalcandon as she stood amid the rubble of her former shop.
Casualties and Response
- At least six people were confirmed dead by the Parana state government.
- Approximately 750 people were injured, nine of them seriously.
- Firefighters and medical teams were actively treating the wounded and continuing rescue efforts.
- One person remained missing, with the possibility of this number increasing as searches continue.
Community Reaction
On Saturday, traumatized residents started to search through debris, hoping to recover belongings and begin the long process of recovery.
The aerial images revealed vast destruction, illustrating the tornado's ferocity and the scale of the disaster.
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