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Two Tornadoes Damage Santa Catarina
Two tornadoes in Santa Catarina cause widespread destruction and power outages.
In brief
Two tornadoes in Santa Catarina cause widespread destruction and power outages. Two tornadoes in Santa Catarina, Brazil, caused 2,400 homes and businesses to lose roofs, power outages, and injuries. Originally reported by Estadão.
Tornadoes hit Santa Catarina
Two tornadoes struck Santa Catarina on November 5, 2026, causing widespread damage in Chapecó and Xanxerê.
Chapecó damage
Approximately 2,400 homes and businesses lost roofs, trees fell, and electrical systems were damaged in Chapecó.
Xanxerê damage
Vehicles overturned on BR-282, SC-480 blocked, and emergency services facilities damaged in Xanxerê.
Two deaths reported
One death occurred in Rio Negrinho after a fuel station collapse, and another in Xanxerê from an electrical shock.
Road damage
BR-282 ruptured, creating a waterfall, and the road is completely closed in both directions.
Meteorological data
Chapecó recorded wind gusts of 93 km/h, while another station recorded 126 km/h in the same city.
Airport damage
Chapecó Airport suffered severe damage, with hangars destroyed and flights suspended indefinitely.
The big picture
Two tornadoes in Santa Catarina, Brazil, caused 2,400 homes and businesses to lose roofs, power outages, and injuries.
