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Brazil - Severe weather (Reliefweb, INMET, media) (ECHO Daily Flash of 16 February 2024)

  • Heavy rainfall has been affecting Amapá State in northern Brazil since 13 February, causing floods that have resulted in population displacement and damage.

  • According to Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) reports, as of 16 February, at least 97 families have been evacuated in a shelter in Macapá Municipality in eastern Amapá State and several houses have been damaged due to floods.

  • On 14 February a state of emergency was issued in the Macapá Municipality.

  • Over the next 48 hours, more rainfall and isolated thunderstorms are expected over the southern Amapá State.