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In Rio Grande do Sul - an area larger than the UK - is currently affected by unprecedented floods. The flying river has acted like a firehose, fuelling five months of rainfall in just two weeks.

The increase was confirmed by an analysis of satellite images, contrasting with a drop in deforestation and the total number of fires detected in the Amazon. The Brazilian government’s says it is partnering with other institutions to combat wildfires.

In response to the escalating fire crises in the Amazon, a timely study has revealed alarming shortcomings in the emergency fire bans implemented by the Brazilian Government. Initially seen as a promising solution in 2019.

The Inter-American Development Bank and the Ministry of Tourism of Brazil developed an educational booklet which provides an overview of how crisis and disaster management in Brazilian tourism can achieve greater resilience.

Strengthened by climate change, northern Brazil’s dry spell might last longer than originally forecast, with lingering ecological and economic consequences.

A new study provides the first-ever empirical assessment of ecosystem services — the benefits we receive from nature — of Brazilian mangroves.

Amazon city and future COP-host Belém holds a virtual training on risk management, climate resilience and disaster preparedness with UNDRR and ICLEI.

In 2019, the tailings dam at a Brazilian iron ore mine failed. The mudslide caused a catastrophe for people and the environment.