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One month since the night the rain stopped in Zona da Mata: Remember the tragedy, survivor accounts, and memorial to the victims

A month ago, heavy rains devastated the Zona da Mata region of Brazil, resulting in significant loss of life and property.

Mar 23 β€’ 03:01 UTC
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National & Local

Assisted Purchase will finance the reconstruction of houses lost in the floods of Zona da Mata

The 'Assisted Purchase' program will help finance the rebuilding of homes destroyed by floods in the Zona da Mata region of Brazil, highlighting the ongoing impact on families a month after the disaster.

Mar 18 β€’ 22:23 UTC
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Assisted Purchase Program: see how to register properties and how victims can obtain new housing in the Zona da Mata

The Brazilian government has introduced an assisted purchase program for residents in the Zona da Mata, who have lost homes due to severe flooding.

Mar 12 β€’ 17:18 UTC
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National & Local

Insurance compensation for vehicles affected by the rain is expected to reach R$ 40 million in the Zona da Mata region

More than 15 days after a devastating storm in UbΓ‘, insurance claims for damaged vehicles in the Zona da Mata region are projected to reach nearly R$ 40 million.

Mar 11 β€’ 13:52 UTC
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National & Local

Doctors investigated for manipulating shifts have their assets blocked in MG

Four doctors in Brazil are facing asset freezes due to their involvement in a scheme to manipulate medical shifts, as part of a broader investigation by the Public Ministry of Minas Gerais.

Mar 10 β€’ 17:25 UTC
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National & Local

Firefighter from PA travels to MG to provide voluntary support to flood victims in Zona da Mata: 'Reduce suffering'

A ParΓ‘ firefighter traveled to Minas Gerais to offer psychological support to flood victims following devastating rains in the region.

Mar 10 β€’ 08:00 UTC
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National & Local

Search for the last missing person from the floods in Zona da Mata reaches 14 days

Rescue efforts continue for 50-year-old Luciano Franklin Fernandes, who went missing after being swept away by floodwaters in UbΓ‘, Brazil, with searches entering their 15th day.

Mar 9 β€’ 15:23 UTC
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National & Local

Federal government releases R$ 500 million in credit and R$ 7.3 thousand aid for those affected by rains in Zona da Mata

The Brazilian federal government has announced financial assistance and credit for families and businesses affected by severe storms in the state of Minas Gerais.

Mar 9 β€’ 13:18 UTC
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National & Local

Tragedy with 72 deaths in the Zona da Mata mining region is the 4th largest rain-related disaster in Brazil in the last ten years

Seventy-two fatalities have been confirmed in the Zona da Mata region of Brazil, making this rain disaster one of the deadliest in the past decade.

Mar 8 β€’ 08:01 UTC
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National & Local

Searches continue for last missing person in floods in Zona da Mata; work reaches 11th day

The search for Luciano Franklin Fernandes, missing after being swept away by a flood in UbΓ‘, continues for the 11th day, with rescue teams employing various methods.

Mar 5 β€’ 18:58 UTC
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National & Local

Chamber approves emergency aid for those affected by rains in Minas Gerais

The Brazilian Chamber of Deputies has approved a project to provide R$600 emergency aid to individuals affected by severe rains in the Zona da Mata region, particularly in Juiz de Fora and UbΓ‘.

Mar 5 β€’ 18:03 UTC
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National & Local

Small business owners affected by the rain in Juiz de Fora and the region will receive support from Sebrae Minas; see how

Sebrae Minas is offering immediate assistance to small businesses affected by severe flooding in the Zona da Mata region of Brazil.

Mar 4 β€’ 14:57 UTC
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National & Local

Rains in Zona da Mata: how to request emergency benefits in Juiz de Fora and region

Residents affected by heavy rains in Juiz de Fora and the Zona da Mata can now request various emergency benefits due to the severe impact of the recent flooding.

Mar 4 β€’ 14:09 UTC
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National & Local

Campaign collects 194 tons of food and hygiene products for victims of the rain in Zona da Mata

A campaign has collected 194 tons of food and hygiene products for victims of heavy rains in the Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais, Brazil.

Mar 3 β€’ 15:53 UTC
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National & Local

A week after the storm that killed 72 people in the Minas Gerais Zona da Mata, rescue teams are still searching for one missing person

One week after a devastating storm in Brazil's Zona da Mata region that claimed 72 lives, rescue teams continue to search for a missing man while many residents remain displaced and in shelters.

Mar 3 β€’ 02:00 UTC
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National & Local

Government announces purchase of used properties for the homeless in Zona da Mata in MG and opening of credit for local entrepreneurs

The Brazilian government is initiating measures to assist families affected by recent floods in the Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais by purchasing used homes and providing credit for local businesses.

Mar 2 β€’ 22:46 UTC
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National & Local

Search continues for the last missing person in the rains in Zona da Mata; death toll reaches 72

Rescue efforts continue in Brazil's Zona da Mata region to find the last missing person, Luciano Franklin Fernandes, following devastating floods that have claimed 72 lives.

Mar 2 β€’ 12:16 UTC
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National & Local

Pope Leo remembers the victims of the rains in MG during Sunday message

Pope Leo XIV expressed his condolences for the victims of severe floods in the Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais, Brazil, during a Sunday Angelus message.

Mar 1 β€’ 15:19 UTC
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National & Local

RJ Government collects emergency donations for rain victims in Zona da Mata

The Government of Rio de Janeiro is leading a campaign to collect donations for residents affected by severe rains in the Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais.

Feb 28 β€’ 23:55 UTC
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National & Local

Federal Government promises new housing for those affected by the rains in Zona da Mata: 'Everyone who lost their home will receive one'

The Brazilian Federal Government is committing to provide new housing for families affected by recent rains in the Zona da Mata region.

Feb 28 β€’ 22:13 UTC
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National & Local

In negotiations to run for governor of Minas, Pacheco accompanies Lula on a visit to Zona da Mata; 'Let's talk,' says president

Senator Rodrigo Pacheco joined President Lula in Zona da Mata, Minas Gerais, amid negotiations for Pacheco's gubernatorial candidacy.

Feb 28 β€’ 20:31 UTC
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National & Local

Tragedy in Zona da Mata: remember the chronology and understand why the rain was so devastating

Heavy rains in Zona da Mata, Brazil led to significant destruction and a high death toll, particularly affecting the cities of Juiz de Fora and UbΓ‘.

Feb 28 β€’ 14:16 UTC
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National & Local

Lula visits areas affected by heavy rains in the Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais

President Lula is visiting areas in Minas Gerais that have been impacted by severe flooding, with a particular focus on the city of Juiz de Fora.

Feb 28 β€’ 12:54 UTC
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National & Local

City in the Zona da Mata Mineira floods again, and residents are stranded

Heavy rains in the Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais have caused significant flooding in Cataguases, leaving many residents stranded.

Feb 28 β€’ 12:49 UTC
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National & Local

MG has deadliest rainy season in 20 years after tragedy in Zona da Mata

The current rainy season in Minas Gerais is the deadliest in the last two decades, with 79 registered deaths, primarily in Juiz de Fora and UbΓ‘.

Feb 27 β€’ 21:17 UTC
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National & Local

Inmet issues red alert for all of Eastern and Northeastern Minas after storms in the Zona da Mata

The National Institute of Meteorology has issued a red alert for heavy rain, flood risks, and urban disruptions in 167 cities in Eastern and Northeastern Minas Gerais.

Feb 27 β€’ 17:17 UTC
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National & Local

Lula visits Zona da Mata this Saturday to address protection measures for flood victims

President Luiz InΓ‘cio Lula da Silva is set to visit the Zona da Mata region in Minas Gerais to discuss flood protection measures with local leaders.

Feb 27 β€’ 13:46 UTC
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National & Local

Calamity Withdrawal from FGTS is available in three cities in Zona da Mata affected by floods; learn how to request

Residents of Juiz de Fora, Matias Barbosa, and UbΓ‘ can now request a Calamity Withdrawal from their FGTS due to recent floods.

Feb 27 β€’ 12:16 UTC
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National & Local

The number of deaths reaches 64 after rains in the Zona da Mata, in Minas Gerais

The death toll from severe storms in Minas Gerais' Zona da Mata has risen to 64, with ongoing search efforts by firefighters.

Feb 27 β€’ 11:44 UTC
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National & Local

Rains in Juiz de Fora are expected to decrease starting this weekend, but the city remains on alert

Heavy rainfall in Juiz de Fora is expected to reduce over the weekend, although the city will maintain its state of alert due to soil conditions and local drainage issues.

Feb 27 β€’ 03:01 UTC
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National & Local

Zona da Mata mineira: number of dead due to the rains rises to 61

The death toll from flooding in the Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais has risen to 61, with significant destruction in Juiz de Fora.

Feb 26 β€’ 23:49 UTC
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National & Local

Tragedy Seen from Above: Photos Show the Destruction Caused by the Rains in Zona da Mata

Aerial images reveal extensive destruction in the Zona da Mata region of Brazil due to recent heavy rains, resulting in landslides, flooding, and fatalities.

Feb 26 β€’ 21:01 UTC
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National & Local

AΓ§Γ£o da Cidadania provides a donation collection point for flood victims in MG

AΓ§Γ£o da Cidadania has set up a collection point in Rio de Janeiro for donations to help victims of severe floods in the Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais, Brazil.

Feb 26 β€’ 18:32 UTC
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National & Local

South of Minas has alert for heavy rain; cities may register more than 20 mm this Thursday

The South of Minas and Zona da Mata regions in Brazil are under alert for heavy rain, with meteorologists predicting significant rainfall over the course of the day.

Feb 26 β€’ 17:28 UTC
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National & Local

OAB in Montes Claros collects donations for flood victims in Zona da Mata; see how to help

The Brazilian Bar Association in Montes Claros is organizing a campaign to collect donations for victims of intense rains in the Zona da Mata region.

Feb 26 β€’ 14:56 UTC
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National & Local

Storm Damage in MG: G1 Transmits Live Information About the Most Affected Areas

G1 broadcasts live updates on the storm damage in Minas Gerais, focusing on the most impacted locations.

Feb 26 β€’ 13:38 UTC
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National & Local

Loss of mother and daughter, resident who learned of the tragedy through a photo and buried for 15 hours: see the victims' accounts of the tragedy in MG

The article recounts the devastating impact of severe floods in the Zona da Mata region of Brazil, detailing personal accounts of loss and survival from the affected residents.

Feb 26 β€’ 13:09 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

The number of dead from storms in the zona da mata, in Minas Gerais, rises to 49

The death toll from severe storms in the zona da mata region of Minas Gerais, Brazil, has risen to 49, with continuing rescue efforts.

Feb 26 β€’ 11:21 UTC
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National & Local

Daily Summary #1876: Justice in MG acquitted 41 defendants for vulnerable rape in 4 years; Heavy rain returns to the Zona da Mata in Minas Gerais; Iran and the USA have a decisive meeting regarding the nuclear agreement

A summary covering judicial acquittals, severe weather conditions, and international diplomatic negotiations.

Feb 26 β€’ 11:15 UTC
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National & Local

Death toll in Zona da Mata mines rises to 47; 21 people remain missing

The death toll from severe storms in Brazil's Zona da Mata region has risen to 47, with ongoing rescue efforts hampered by further adverse weather conditions.

Feb 25 β€’ 23:24 UTC
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National & Local

See who the victims of the rains in the Zona da Mata of Minas Gerais are

At least 36 people have died due to heavy rains in the Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais, Brazil, with many more reported missing and widespread destruction caused by landslides and flooding.

Feb 25 β€’ 15:31 UTC
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National & Local

Rains in Zona da Mata leave more than 30 dead and dozens missing

Heavy rains in the Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais, Brazil, have resulted in 39 deaths and 33 people reported missing.

Feb 25 β€’ 14:06 UTC
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National & Local

Tragedy in the Zona da Mata: learn how to donate supplies for the victims and blood to the hospitals in the region

Severe rainfall in the Zona da Mata region of Brazil has resulted in fatalities, missing persons, and numerous families being displaced, prompting calls for immediate donations of food, clothing, and blood.

Feb 25 β€’ 12:05 UTC
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National & Local

Death toll rises to 36 from storms in the Zona da Mata region, MG; searches continue

The death toll from storms in the Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais, Brazil, has risen to 36, with ongoing search operations for the missing.

Feb 25 β€’ 11:44 UTC
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National & Local

Daily summary of JN: Storm leaves dozens dead in Minas Gerais; MP appeals the decision of TJMG that acquitted a person convicted of rape of a vulnerable child

A storm in the Zona da Mata of Minas Gerais has resulted in numerous fatalities and disappearances, complicating rescue efforts due to saturated ground, while the Public Ministry appeals against an acquittal in a child rape case.

Feb 25 β€’ 00:44 UTC
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National & Local

Residents join firefighters in rescuing and sheltering families in Zona da Mata (MG)

Residents and firefighters collaborated in rescue efforts and provided shelter for displaced families in the Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais, Brazil.

Feb 25 β€’ 00:13 UTC
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National & Local

Rain causes landslides, destroys homes, and leaves dozens dead and missing in Juiz de Fora and UbΓ‘ (MG)

Severe rains in the Zona da Mata region of Minas Gerais, Brazil, have led to landslides that caused significant destruction and multiple casualties in the cities of Juiz de Fora and UbΓ‘.

Feb 24 β€’ 23:57 UTC
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National & Local

Firefighters rescued 98 people alive in the Zona da Mata, says Minas Government

The Minas Gerais government reports that firefighters have rescued 98 people alive in the Zona da Mata region amid heavy rains, while confirming 28 fatalities due to the disaster.

Feb 24 β€’ 21:46 UTC
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National & Local

TV IntegraΓ§Γ£o and partners launch fundraising campaign for communities affected by floods in Zona da Mata

TV IntegraΓ§Γ£o, in collaboration with the local government and other partners, has initiated a campaign to collect food and hygiene products for those affected by recent devastating floods in Zona da Mata, Brazil.

Feb 24 β€’ 21:42 UTC
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National & Local

Deaths Recorded in One Day in the Zona da Mata Exceed Double the Total for the Rainy Season in MG

The number of deaths due to rain in the Zona da Mata region of Brazil in a single day surpassed the total recorded during the entire rainy season since October 2025.

Feb 24 β€’ 20:48 UTC

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