Dramatic footage shows the destruction left behind after a powerful tornado and severe storms swept through Chapecó, in southern Brazil's Santa Catarina state.
The storm damaged homes, tore apart airport structures and shattered windows at Chapecó Airport, forcing authorities to suspend flight operations. Winds reached up to 126 km/h, according to Brazil's National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet).
Two tornadoes were confirmed in western Santa Catarina. More than 400 families received assistance following the severe weather, while emergency teams worked to assess the damage and support affected residents.
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