January 12, 2005

Brazilian Mudslides

While we are focused on the tragedies caused by mudslides in California, many Brazilians are facing a similar tragedy tonight:

Brazilian Mudslides Kill 7

Heavy rains in Brazil have caused deadly mudslides that have killed at least seven people, mostly children.

Authorities say the victims lived in a shantytown in the industrial suburb of Sao Bernardo do Campo, near the city of Sao Paulo.

Torrential rains have lashed the Sao Paulo region since Tuesday.

Posted by Andrew on January 12, 2005 9:15 PM.