Authorities in Brazil report that at least 80 people have now died following severe flooding and landslides in the north east of the country. As reported on 26 May, days of heavy rain triggered flooding and landslides in the states of Pernambuco, Alagoas and Paraíba. As of 29 May 2022, National Civil Defence reported 79 fatalities and at least 3,957 people displaced across the state of Pernambuco. In addition, with the publication of the state decree of emergency, the affected municipalities will also be able to access resources from the National Civil Defence System. Meanwhile in the neighbouring state of Alagoas, Civil Defence reported 2,102 people had evacuated their homes and moved to relief camps, while a further 8,017 were staying with relatives or friends.

Source: The North Africa Journal May 30, 2022 17:54 UTC