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Tornadoes Hit SC, Destroying Roads and Airport
Tornadoes in Santa Catarina destroy roads and airport, leaving two deaths.
In brief
Tornadoes in Santa Catarina destroy roads and airport, leaving two deaths. Two people died in Santa Catarina after tornadoes destroyed roads and an airport, with the region in a major tornado corridor. Originally reported by Estadão.
Tornadoes Strike Santa Catarina
Two tornadoes hit Santa Catarina on November 4, 2026, causing widespread damage.
Chapecó and Xanxerê Report Damage
Chapecó had 2,400 homes and industries with roof damage, while Xanxerê reported vehicles overturned on BR-282.
Roads and Airport Severely Damaged
The BR-282 highway was split, and the Chapecó airport suffered structural damage with flights suspended.
Two Deaths Reported
One death occurred in Rio Negrinho after a fuel station collapsed, and another in Xanxerê from an electrical shock.
Tornado Corridor in South America
South America has a major tornado corridor, with Santa Catarina in the path of the strongest storms.
Weather Conditions Favor Tornadoes
Hot and humid air from the Amazon meets cold air from Argentina, creating unstable conditions for tornadoes.
Defesa Civil Issues Warnings
Defesa Civil issued a 15-minute warning before the tornadoes hit, advising people to seek shelter.
Airport Operations Suspended
Chapecó airport operations are suspended indefinitely due to structural damage.
Tornadoes in the South American Corridor
The South American tornado corridor includes states in Brazil and neighboring countries, with high tornado frequency.
Tornadoes in Brazil
Brazil recorded 81 tornadoes from January to July 2026, with 92 in the previous year.
What it means
Two people died in Santa Catarina after tornadoes destroyed roads and an airport, with the region in a major tornado corridor.
