Since mid-June 2025, the Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul has been severely affected by intense rainfall, leading to widespread flooding and damage. The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) issued multiple red alerts for heavy rains, with some areas, including the metropolitan region of Porto Alegre, receiving up to 100 millimeters of rain per day. The floods have impacted at least 146 municipalities, causing rivers to overflow and forcing the closure of floodgates in Porto Alegre to prevent further inundations. The state has recorded five confirmed deaths related to the storms, with one person reported missing. The heavy rains displaced nearly 9,000 people, including over 6,000 who were left homeless and thousands more who sought shelter with relatives or in public facilities. Several municipalities declared states of emergency due to the severity of the situation. Concurrently, the region has experienced a cold wave, with temperatures dropping below zero Celsius in more than 30 cities, including a record low of -5ºC in Getúlio Vargas. In the city of São Paulo, the cold wave resulted in the coldest night and afternoon of the year, with temperatures reaching as low as -0.6ºC in Parelheiros and a maximum of 13ºC. Additionally, a rupture of a Sabesp water pipeline in São Paulo's Freguesia do Ó neighborhood caused flooding and property damage, leading to a temporary water supply suspension and ongoing repair efforts. In Venezuela, heavy rains since late June have caused severe flooding and landslides in western states such as Mérida, Trujillo, Barinas, and Táchira. The flooding destroyed over 370 homes, damaged at least 25 bridges, and displaced more than 8,400 people. The government declared a national emergency and activated risk management plans. The town of Apartaderos in Mérida was particularly affected, with river overflows washing away houses and infrastructure. The flooding has also impacted indigenous communities and caused widespread damage to roads and utilities. Meanwhile, the Brazilian National Water Agency (Sabesp) has taken measures to contain untreated sewage discharge into the Tietê River, following a recent pipeline rupture. Authorities continue to monitor weather conditions, with Inmet issuing alerts for ongoing heavy rains and cold temperatures across southern and central Brazil.