At least 10 people have died in Brazil after heavy rains brought dangerous floods to Rio de Janeiro, as water rushed between cars and uprooted trees in the city, and school were closed.
Heavy rains killed at least 10 people and left a trail of destruction in Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday, raising questions about the city's preparedness to deal with recurring extreme weather.
Sirens sounded in 20 flood-prone areas of the city, alerting people to make their way to pre-established safe spaces. Hillside slums are particularly vulnerable to mudslides and city officials said more than 100 communities in Rio have been identified as having "high geological risks." Crivella said Rio has plans to improve safety, but complained of a lack of federal funding.
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