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Brazil government releases R$ 13.6 million for disaster relief in 25 cities
The Brazilian government has authorized the transfer of R$ 13.6 million to support response and recovery efforts in 25 municipalities affected by various disasters. The largest portion of the funds, R$ 8.3 million, is designated for 18 municipalities in Amazonas to combat forest fires and drought conditions, including Manaus and Coari.
Rio Grande do Sul will receive R$ 3.8 million for four municipalities, such as Eldorado do Sul and Santiago, following severe storms. Additionally, Campo Grande in Mato Grosso do Sul has been allocated over R$ 759,000 for reconstruction efforts following heavy rainfall. Other recipients include municipalities in Tocantins, São Paulo, and Minas Gerais.
In Campo Grande, the federal funds are specifically earmarked for purchasing roof tiles and fixing kits to assist families whose homes were damaged by high winds and lightning during recent storms. The municipal Civil Defense continues to provide socio-assistance to affected residents.
Entities
Amazonas · Bom Jesus da Serra · Brazilian Government · Campo Grande · Candiba · Federal Government of Brazil · National Secretariat for Civil Protection and Defense · Rio Grande do Sul
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Federal Government authorized R$ 382,838.40 for Bom Jesus da Serra and Candiba. www.radioportalsudoeste.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Bom Jesus da Serra and Candiba will each receive R$ 191,419.20. www.radioportalsudoeste.com.br
- [● 4 SOURCES] The Federal Government authorized R$ 759,550.80 for Campo Grande to purchase roof tiles and fixing kits. novasdodia.com.br
- [● 4 SOURCES] The September 10 storm in Campo Grande featured winds above 85 km/h and over 3,000 lightning strikes. novasdodia.com.br
- [● 2 SOURCES] Municipalities have 180 days to execute the authorized emergency actions. www.radioportalsudoeste.com.br
- [● 4 SOURCES] Total federal resources for Campo Grande exceed R$ 1.25 million. novasdodia.com.br