Impacto imediato

At 10:30 a.m. on the previous day, a tornado struck Chapecó, the most severe weather event in the city since the 1983 floods. The tornado damaged 2,400 buildings, affected more than 5,000 families, and rendered the regional airport unusable. No deaths were reported, and injuries were limited to minor cases.

Alcance da destruição

The tornado’s impact extended beyond the urban core into the southern part of the city and surrounding rural communities. Local authorities reported damage to residential houses, commercial establishments, and infrastructure such as roads and utilities. Emergency services responded to over 1,200 calls, and the airport’s runway and terminal were closed for repairs.

In the aftermath, city officials and residents are calling for improved infrastructure and emergency preparedness. The mayor announced a request for federal assistance to upgrade the airport and strengthen building codes. Meanwhile, the state government has pledged to coordinate reconstruction efforts and support affected families.