A tornado struck the city of Farroupilha in Brazil’s southern Rio Grande do Sul region this Tuesday, December 24, unroofing 15 homes during a severe storm with winds exceeding 100 kilometers per hour, confirmed the local Civil Defense, though no injuries were reported.
A powerful tornado impacted the city of Farroupilha, located in Brazil’s southern state of Rio Grande do Sul, during a fierce storm this Tuesday, December 24, according to confirmations from the state’s Civil Defense.
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The natural phenomenon, characterized by strong winds surpassing 100 kilometers per hour, caused significant damage, primarily unroofing at least 15 residences within the Vila Rica community. Despite the material destruction, authorities reported no personal injuries.
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Aerial imagery released by local authorities vividly depicted the path of destruction, with debris scattered in various directions, providing conclusive evidence of the tornado’s presence.
Immediate Response and Alert
Following the tornado’s passage, the Operations Center for the Farroupilha region issued an orange alert, cautioning residents about the potential for further intense rainfall, strong wind gusts, and electrical discharges. This proactive measure aimed to avert additional damage and ensure the populace adopted necessary safety precautions, highlighting the ongoing threat posed by the unstable weather conditions.
A specialized team from the 9th Regional Coordination of Protection and Civil Defense was promptly dispatched to Farroupilha. Their mission is to support local authorities in conducting a comprehensive assessment of the damages and to formulate effective disaster management strategies for the coming days. Proposed measures include the repair of damaged homes, the restoration of essential services, and providing ongoing support to families who have suffered material losses.
In Farroupilha, local brigades and neighborhood residents collaborated effectively in debris removal and assisting those impacted, demonstrating strong community resilience.
✅ Fique atento às orientações da Defesa Civil. Cadastre-se para receber alertas por SMS (envie seu CEP para o número 40199) e Whatsapp (envie sua localização ou CEP para (61) 2034-4611). Em caso de emergência, ligue 193 (Corpo de Bombeiros) ou 199 (Defesa Civil). pic.twitter.com/JoFR8A58f0
— Defesa Civil Nacional (@defesacivilbr) December 23, 2025
Text reads: “Be aware of the guidelines of the Civil Defense. Sign up to receive alerts by SMS (send your zip code to number 40199) and Whatsapp (send your location or zip code to (61) 2034-4611). In case of emergency, call 193 (Fire Department) or 199 (Civil Defense).”
Escalating Extreme Weather Patterns
The recent tornado in Farroupilha is not an isolated incident but rather a symptom of a broader trend of increasing extreme weather events in Brazil.
Just over two weeks prior, on December 8, another tornado wreaked havoc in the city of Flores da Cunha, also in Rio Grande do Sul, leaving behind a trail of destruction across homes and agricultural lands. This recurring pattern underscores a growing vulnerability in the region to such meteorological phenomena.
Official data indicates a significant rise in tornado occurrences across Brazil, with approximately 90 tornados recorded in various regions throughout 2025. This statistic highlights a concerning increase in the frequency of these extreme events, particularly impacting the southern regions of the country. Consequently, there is an urgent need to reinforce early warning systems and enhance prevention policies to better protect vulnerable communities and infrastructure from the escalating threat of severe weather.
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