Severe Storm Causes Power Outage for 1.6 Million in Brazil’s Biggest City

In Sao Paulo, over 1.6 million people were left without power for more than 16 hours following a strong storm that hit the city. The storm, with wind gusts of up to 67 mph, caused significant damage, including downed transmission lines and uprooted trees.

Several airports were closed and water service was interrupted in some areas. Despite initial expectations of a quick restoration of power, many neighborhoods in the metropolitan area, home to 21 million people, remained without electricity on Saturday. Residents were advised to conserve water.

Tragically, one person was killed when a tree fell on an outdoor stall, and at least four others lost their lives in nearby areas of Sao Paulo state.