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Brazil, officially the Federative Republic of Brazil, is the largest country in both South America and Latin America. At 8.5 million square kilometers and with over 211 million people, Brazil is the world's fifth-largest country by area and the sixth most populous. Wikipedia

President: Jair Bolsonaro Trending

Capital: Brasilia

Dialing code: +55

Population: 211 million (2019) World Bank

Currency: Brazilian real

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Emergency services were deployed to help those affected by the flooding, with firefighters and civil defense workers rescuing people trapped in their homes. There were no immediate reports of fatalities or injuries.

Residents of Bandeirantes are now assessing the damage caused by the flooding, which destroyed homes and properties, swept away vehicles and livestock, and caused widespread damage to infrastructure. The municipal government is working closely with state and federal authorities to provide assistance to those affected and to help rebuild the affected areas.

This is not the first time that the region has experienced severe flooding. In 2015, a similar flood caused significant damage in the area. The local government has since invested in infrastructure improvements, such as new flood control systems and improved drainage, to prevent such incidents from occurring again. Despite these efforts, the severity of the recent flooding highlights the ongoing vulnerability of the region to extreme weather events.

The authorities have urged residents to remain vigilant and to take precautions in the face of ongoing flood risks. Emergency services will continue to monitor the situation and provide support to those affected by the flooding.

 

 

 

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