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Southern Brazil faces severe storms and fatalities as weather alerts expand

Severe weather patterns are impacting multiple regions of Brazil and Mozambique. In southern Brazil, particularly Rio Grande do Sul, intense storms have caused significant destruction. A tragic incident in Porto Alegre resulted in the death of an eight-year-old boy after a tree fell on his family's home. Authorities have warned of continued instability through Monday, with risks of flooding in the Jacuí, Taquari, Caí, and Uruguai rivers, alongside potential hail and wind gusts reaching 100 km/h.

In Santa Catarina, a stationary cold front is expected to bring heavy rain, lightning, and hail, increasing the risk of landslides and flooding. Meteorologists note that El Niño may intensify these patterns, leading to higher rainfall frequency through the spring. Meanwhile, parts of Paraná are under alert for severe storms, while the Center-West region faces high temperatures and low humidity levels.

In Mozambique, the National Institute of Meteorology (INAM) reports significant temperature variations. Tete is expected to reach a maximum of 33°C, while Lichinga will experience cooler temperatures around 23°C. Residents are advised to monitor official bulletins as weather conditions fluctuate across the country.

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Brazil · Climatempo · Defesa Civil · Defesa Civil de Santa Catarina · Espírito Santo · Goiás · INMET · IPMA · Instituto Nacional de Meteorologia · Instituto Português do Mar e da Atmosfera · Minas Gerais · Mozambique

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