At least 27 people have been killed in Southeast Brazil as rainfall continues to ravage parts of the country, according to CNN affiliate CNN Brasil citing state authorities.
The death toll in the Brazilian State of Espirito Santo rose to 19, and at least eight people have been killed in neighbouring state Rio de Janeiro, CNN Brasil reported citing each state’s respective Civil Defence.
At least six people are still missing, and more than 7,000 people were forced to flee their homes in Espirito Santo, according to CNN Brasil.
Warnings for heavy rainfall are in place through Tuesday morning with lingering threats of scattered showers and storms over the region, according to the latest forecast predictions, where rainfall can potentially reach up to 50 millimeters (two inches) per day through Tuesday.
There are higher rainfall chances and new flood potential in central Brazil through midweek, with daily rainfall potentially reaching 100 mm (4 inches) in 24 hours.
(CNN)
