Powerful Tornado Devastates Southern Brazilian Town
A tornado struck Rio Bonito do Iguaçu, a town of 14,000 in Paraná state, killing six people and injuring over 700, local authorities reported on Saturday.
Storm Impact and Damage
The twister hit Friday evening, spinning cars like toys and demolishing buildings within minutes. Winds reached speeds up to 250 km/h (155 mph), accompanied by hail.
- The tornado destroyed homes, schools, and many other structures.
- One person remains missing following the disaster.
Eyewitness Account
“What will become of us?” said Roselei Dalcandon, standing beside the rubble of her former store.
Casualties
Among the six fatalities, five were adults and one was a 14-year-old girl, according to the Paraná state government.
Author's summary: A violent tornado in Paraná, Brazil, caused severe destruction, claiming six lives and injuring hundreds in minutes, leaving the community devastated.