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Heavy rainfall has been affecting south-eastern Brazil (Santa Catarina State) over the last few days, causing floods and landslides that have resulted in population displacement and damage.
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According to media, as of 15 April, at least 85 people have been displaced, of whom 11 have been sheltered in an evacuation centre due to floods. In addition, the BR-101 highway has been blocked and several roads have been flooded.
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Over the next 24 hours more heavy rainfall is still forecasted over southern Brazil.