According to local authorities, an "extratropical cyclone" has struck Brazil's Rio Grande Do Sul, resulting in the deaths of at least 12 people, with five individuals still missing. Additionally, nearly 3,000 residents have been left homeless as a result of the cyclone.

Government officials have traveled to the most affected areas, emphasizing the importance of the state's relief infrastructure and appealing for solidarity from the public. Governor Eduardo Leite of Rio Grande Do Sul reported that the Military Firefighters Corps has conducted approximately 2,400 rescue operations in the past two days, with ongoing efforts still underway.

"Our primary focus right now is locating the missing individuals and rescuing those who may still be stranded due to the floods," stated Leite in a released statement. "All of our teams are in the field, and the Secretariat for Logistics and Transport is assessing the condition of compromised bridges and roads, allowing us to take urgent action and ensure unrestricted access to these areas."

A video footage showcased a man and his dog being airlifted to safety from the flooding.

The federal government has pledged to provide humanitarian assistance and support the reconstruction initiatives in the affected regions.

Amidst the rapidly warming climate, extreme weather events worldwide are growing in intensity and frequency.

Compared to pre-industrial times, the global temperature has risen by 1.2 degrees Celsius, with projections indicating that the next five years will witness record-breaking heat.

The United Nations reports that the occurrence of high-intensity hurricanes, also known as tropical cyclones, has increased due to the elevated global temperatures.

Researchers have further discovered that these storms are more prone to stalling, resulting in catastrophic rainfall and prolonged impact even after reaching land.