In the statement made by the Minas Gerais Fire Department, it was reported that 6 people died when a large piece of rock fell on the boats carrying tourists in the city of Capitolio. It was stated that at least 4 boats were affected by the overturned rock and two of them sank. It was announced that 30 people were injured and some of the injured were being treated at the hospital.
20 PEOPLE LOST
Fire Chief Edgard Estevo stated that 20 people were missing due to the accident, search and rescue efforts continue, and divers will take a break from their night work because it is risky.
EXPERTS’ FORECAST
As footage of the incident circulated on social media, experts speculate that the boulder fell due to a water hose that formed above it or erosion triggered by Minas Gerais’ exposure to heavy downpours in recent days.
It has been reported that the Brazilian navy will launch an investigation into the incident.
THESE MOMENTS ARE ON CAMERA
Shortly before the event, some tourists noticed that small pieces had fallen from the cliffs and started to shoot videos, while trying to warn the boats close to the cliffs by whistling. (AA/UAV)