A resident of Juiz de Fora discovered through a photo that his house had collapsed during a severe storm, leading to the disappearance of his family members.
Flávio Santos, a healthcare professional from Juiz de Fora, learned of the tragic collapse of his home when a friend sent him a photo showing the destruction caused by intense rainfall that struck the city on Monday, the 25th. At the time of the disaster, Flávio was in Belo Horizonte and was trying to reach out to his wife, two children, daughter-in-law, and grandson, who were inside the house, yet he failed to make contact with them.
The catastrophic storm has led to a significant loss of life, with many dead and missing, and thousands displaced in the region. Emergency services, including the Fire Department, initiated search and rescue operations the following day, seeking those trapped under the debris of collapsed structures, including Flávio's home. The urgency of these efforts underscores the widespread devastation and the community's desperate need for assistance.
As Flávio holds onto hope for news about his loved ones, the tragedy highlights the increasing risks associated with extreme weather events in Brazil, emphasizing the need for improved infrastructure and preparedness to help safeguard vulnerable communities against such disasters in the future.
