At least 29 people killed and 60 missing due to torrential rains and dam failures in southern Brazil

The recent floods in Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul region have caused widespread destruction and loss of life. A dam burst on May 2, leaving over 300,000 people without electricity. The state has declared a state of emergency as rescuers search for missing persons, with nearly 150 municipalities affected and over 10,000 people forced to flee their homes. As of the latest reports, at least 29 people have been killed, with 60 still missing. President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva has promised aid to minimize the suffering caused by the extreme weather event.