Mar 18 • 07:01 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Woman swept away by flood in Marginal Botafogo creek tried to save her husband, says family

Jane Kellen, a 44-year-old woman, was swept away by floodwaters in Marginal Botafogo while attempting to rescue her husband during a torrential rain in Goiânia.

Jane Kellen, aged 44, was reported missing after she was swept away by strong floodwaters in the Marginal Botafogo area. Her brother, Janderson Duarte, revealed that Jane was trying to help her husband when they were both caught in the surge caused by heavy rains in Goiânia. According to Janderson, in an audio message from her husband, Jane lost her balance while trying to save him, and her husband managed to hold onto a guardrail, suffering several abrasions but ultimately was unable to save her.

The incident occurred on Monday, when the couple was washing themselves by the riverside and were suddenly hit by a flash flood. The situation has caused great anguish for Jane's family, particularly her brother, who shared that they are living in a state of worry and hope. Jane's mother, full of concern, expressed her belief that Jane may still be alive, underscoring the emotional toll this tragic event has taken on the family as they await news from the ongoing search efforts.

The Fire Department has been actively involved in the search, deploying teams equipped with boats and drones to locate Jane. The search operations reflect the seriousness of the situation and the challenges posed by the adverse weather conditions that contributed to the flooding. The community remains on edge, hoping for a positive outcome as search efforts continue amidst the ongoing distress for the family.

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