At least 11 people killed after heavy Rio de Janeiro rains
RIO DE JANEIRO, Jan 14 (Reuters) – At least 11 people were killed in heavy rains that battered Brazil's Rio de Janeiro state this weekend, the state fire department said.
The rain flooded roads, the capital's metro lines and people's homes, toppling trees and causing landslides.
Heavy rains that battered Brazil's Rio de Janeiro state over the weekend have left at least 11 people dead, according to the state fire department. Reuters SPA child was seen collecting belongings in a flooded area after heavy rains hit Rio de Janeiro. Reuters SPThe rain flooded roads, the capital's metro lines and people's homes, toppling trees and causing landslides. Reuters SPFirefighters are still searching for a missing woman whose car fell into the river. Reuters SPThe government of Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has offered federal support, while Rio Mayor Eduardo Paes has announced a state of emergency. AFP (via Getty Images)A woman sits outside her house with her belongings after heavy rain in a region affected by heavy rains. Reuters SP
Rio Mayor Eduardo Paes announced a state of emergency and President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva's government offered federal aid.
Firefighters are still searching for a missing woman whose car fell into the river.
