At Least 18 Dead Due to Heavy Rain Near Rio, Brazil
[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Hyunjung] AFP and AP news agencies reported on the 16th (local time) that at least 18 people died due to heavy rain in Brazil.
Brazilian fire authorities stated that this accident occurred in a tourist village located 68 km from Rio de Janeiro the day before. The fire authorities further announced, "So far, 18 deaths have been confirmed due to landslides and floods."
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The area experienced heavy damage as 25.8 cm of rain fell over three hours. According to officials, this amount is equivalent to the rainfall of the past month. It is known that about 180 people were working in the accident area at the time.
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