Heavy rain causes flooding in Ilha do Governador, North Zone of Rio
A heavy rainstorm in the Ilha do Governador neighborhood of Rio de Janeiro led to significant flooding, affecting streets near the beach, and resulting in emergency rescues.
Driver feels unwell inside car during storm and is rescued by firefighters
A driver was rescued by firefighters after feeling unwell in a car during severe flooding in Ilha do Governador, Brazil.
Rain Causes Flooding in Greater Rio
Heavy rain in Greater Rio led to localized flooding in areas like Ilha do Governador and alerts from Civil Defense for residents in São Gonçalo.
Gracyanne, queen of Ilha, wears sneakers at the Série Ouro parade
Gracyanne Barbosa, queen of the União da Ilha do Governador samba school, wore sneakers during the parade due to her recovery from knee surgery.
Teenager takes four young women hostage at Degase unit in Ilha do Governador; Bope negotiated surrender
A teenager held four other girls hostage at a socio-educational facility in Brazil, but they were released unharmed after police intervention.