VIDEO: residents of Foz do Iguaçu hide behind a car while a tornado rips off a house roof
A weak F0 tornado struck Foz do Iguaçu in Brazil, tearing off a house's roof but resulting in no injuries.
On Saturday (7), a weak F0 tornado impacted Foz do Iguaçu in western Paraná, Brazil, causing significant damage to property but sparing residents from injury. The tornado was documented by the Paraná Environmental Technology and Monitoring System (Simepar), which classified the weather event as low intensity. The most dramatic moment occurred when security camera footage captured two individuals taking shelter behind a car as the strong winds uprooted the roof of a nearby house, which was subsequently thrown onto the ground within seconds.
The homeowner, Elisângela, estimated the damage to her property at around R$ 10,000. She recounted the sudden change in weather, describing a typical day that turned ominous as the sky darkened rapidly and the winds intensified. This shift led to the tornado's brief yet frightening passage, leaving her and her family in a state of shock and concern for their safety. Her account emphasizes not only the unexpectedness of such weather patterns in the region but also the fear it instilled among the local residents.
This event highlights the increasing unpredictability of weather phenomena and raises questions about the preparedness of communities in areas susceptible to tornadoes. While no injuries were reported, the implications of property damage can be substantial, particularly for those unprepared for such natural occurrences. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of local weather monitoring and the potential need for improved infrastructure to withstand severe weather conditions in the future.