Brazil issues severe storm warning for southern states

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  Brazil’s National Institute of Meteorology issued an orange-level storm warning for the South region on Tuesday, October 13.

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  The warning covers much of Paraná and areas of Santa Catarina and Rio Grande do Sul.

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  Forecasts call for rainfall of up to 60 millimetres per hour or 100 millimetres in a day, winds of up to 100 kilometres per hour and hail.

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  The institute warned of possible power cuts, crop damage, fallen trees and flooding.

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  Areas of São Paulo and Mato Grosso do Sul may also face heavy rain.

Who

Brazil’s National Institute of Meteorology issued the warning.

What

An orange-level warning for dangerous storms, with heavy rain, strong winds and hail.

When

Tuesday, October 13, 2026. It is valid from midnight until 11:59 p.m.

Where

Brazil’s South region, including much of Paraná and areas of Santa Catarina and Rio Grande do Sul; parts of São Paulo and Mato Grosso do Sul may also be affected.

Why

The forecast includes heavy rain, winds of up to 100 kilometres per hour and hail, with risks including flooding and fallen trees.

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