Tornado in southern Brazil kills six, injures hundreds

A severe tornado struck southern Brazil’s Paraná state, resulting in six fatalities, including one 14-year-old girl, and injuring 437 people. Wind speeds reached up to 250 km/h, causing significant damage in towns like Rio Bonito do Iguaçu and Guarapuava, with extensive roof collapses and infrastructure destruction. President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva expressed condolences and announced government support for relief efforts. Emergency teams are providing aid to the affected communities as recovery begins.

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