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Deadly 100km/h Winds Cause Chaos in Brazil, Killing Five

Powerful winds reaching up to 100 km/h have caused significant disruption and fatalities in Brazil. The storms led to widespread power outages, felled trees, and halted public transportation, stranding thousands. In Rio de Janeiro, two deaths were reported due to a wall collapse, while a fisherman is missing. The state of São Paulo also experienced severe damage, with one fatality from a fallen tree in Santos. Airport operations were impacted in both regions, with Santos Dumont Airport temporarily suspending flights. AI

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Deadly 100km/h Winds Cause Chaos in Brazil, Killing Five

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Agence France-Presse ·

    5 killed in Brazil, as fierce winds bring chaos to Rio, Sao Paulo region

    Five people have died after powerful gusts of wind in Brazil brought chaos to Rio de Janeiro and parts of Sao Paulo state, cutting power and bringing public transport to a standstill. Residents of Rio de Janeiro were taken by surprise when winds of up to 100km/h hit just before r…