Continued storms after deadly torrential
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Continued storms after deadly torrential rains in Minas Gerais, Brazil

New torrential rains hit the vulnerable state of Minas Gerais in southeastern Brazil on Thursday, while authorities confirmed that at least 55 people had died in previous storms.

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The cities of Juiz de Fora and Ubá are the worst affected, with the highest death toll. Another 13 people are missing; intensive searches are being carried out, but the hope of finding anyone alive is minimal.

Landslides and floods triggered by heavy rains hit residents hard, with at least 5,000 people forced to flee their homes.

AuthorTT News AgencyEnglish edition by Sweden Herald, adapted for our readers
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