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Powerful Tornado Kills Six, Injures 750 in Southern Brazil
A very strong wind twister hit a town in southern Brazil called Rio Bonito do Iguaçu on Friday.
It was super fast and strong, with winds as fast as a race car.
In less than a minute, it destroyed almost the whole town, which has about 14,000 people.
Sadly, six people lost their lives, and almost 750 others were hurt.
Some of the injured needed operations.
Other nearby towns also had bad weather like storms and hail, but not as much damage as Rio Bonito do Iguaçu.
A powerful tornado struck Rio Bonito do Iguaçu in southern Brazil on Friday.
The tornado caused widespread destruction, levelling about 90 percent of the town.
At least six people were killed, and nearly 750 others were injured.
Winds associated with the tornado reached up to 250 km/h (155 mph).
Authorities confirmed that 10 injured individuals underwent surgery, and nine are in serious condition.
- Who
- Residents of Rio Bonito do Iguaçu and Guarapuava
- What
- A powerful tornado caused widespread destruction, killing at least six people and injuring nearly 750.
- When
- Late Friday, November 7
- Where
- Rio Bonito do Iguaçu, Parana state, southern Brazil
- Why
- A severe weather event characterized by extremely strong winds and a tornado.
Official Statements
Descriptive Accounts
Tornado Impact and Location
Official Statements
The tornado struck Rio Bonito do Iguaçu in Parana state, southern Brazil, causing widespread destruction. Official reports confirm at least six fatalities and approximately 750 injuries, with some individuals requiring surgery and others in serious condition.
Descriptive Accounts
The twister, with winds up to 250 km/h, struck Rio Bonito do Iguaçu and lasted less than a minute, flattening about 90 percent of the town. Aerial images show extensive damage to buildings, with roofs stripped and the town flattened, while surrounding areas were largely intact.
- Fatalities
- At least 6
- Injured
- Nearly 750
- Town Destruction
- Approximately 90%
- Wind Speed
- Up to 250 km/h
- Location
- Rio Bonito do Iguaçu, Parana state, Brazil
- Date of Event
- Friday, November 7
Sources
Tornado in southern Brazil kills six, injures hundreds
Tornado in southern Brazil kills 6, injures hundreds
Several dead, hundreds injured as powerful tornado ravages Brazil’s Parana - Telegraph India
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