Aerial images reveal extensive destruction in the Zona da Mata region of Brazil due to recent heavy rains, resulting in landslides, flooding, and fatalities.
Recent aerial footage captured by TV Globo illustrates the catastrophic aftermath of heavy storms that have struck the Zona da Mata region in Brazil. The devastating weather has caused considerable destruction, including landslides, street flooding, and the collapse of homes. As the storms continued, the situation worsened with emergency crews searching for individuals reported missing under the rubble.
The search efforts reached a somber milestone as they entered their third day, with officials from the Military Cabinet of the Governor of Minas Gerais reporting 59 confirmed deaths across the municipalities of Juiz de Fora and Ubá alone. Additionally, the nearby towns of Matias Barbosa, Pedra Dourada, and Senador Firmino were also affected, with significant damage recorded as a result of the storms.
The report includes distressing aerial imagery from drones that depict the severe extent of flooding in various cities, showing streets and homes submerged in water. The situation remains critical as authorities strive to manage the aftermath of this natural disaster and provide necessary support to devastated communities in the affected regions.
