Historic floods kill 83 in Brazil, angering nation

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Severe flooding in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, has left 83 dead, with the toll expected to rise. Over half the state's cities are flooded, 20,000 are homeless, and basic services like water supply are disrupted. The airport is closed, highways blocked, and the state capital is severely affected. The disaster has deeply impacted the nation of 215 million, highlighting the devastating effects of climate change.


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