We collect cookies to analyze our website traffic and performance; we never collect any personal data. Cookie Policy
Accept
The Tycoon Herald
  • Trending
  • World
  • Politics
  • Business
    • Business
    • Economy
    • Real Estate
    • Money
    • Crypto / NFT
  • Innovation
  • Lifestyle
    • Lifestyle
    • Food
    • Travel
    • Fashion
    • Leadership
  • Health
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
Reading: Cliff Collapses on Boaters in Brazil, Killing 10
Sign In
The Tycoon HeraldThe Tycoon Herald
Font ResizerAa
Search
  • Trending
  • World
  • Politics
  • Business
    • Business
    • Economy
    • Real Estate
    • Money
    • Crypto / NFT
  • Innovation
  • Lifestyle
    • Lifestyle
    • Food
    • Travel
    • Fashion
    • Leadership
  • Health
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
© Tycoon Herald. All Rights Reserved.
Cliff Collapses on Boaters in Brazil, Killing 10
The Tycoon Herald > Trending > Cliff Collapses on Boaters in Brazil, Killing 10
Trending

Cliff Collapses on Boaters in Brazil, Killing 10

Tycoon Herald
By Tycoon Herald 3 Min Read Published January 9, 2022
Share
SHARE

RIO DE JANEIRO — Ten people were killed in southeast Brazil when the face of a massive cliff collapsed at a popular tourism spot, the authorities said Sunday.

Boaters who narrowly escaped being crushed captured videos of the giant slab falling into Lake Furnas in Minas Gerais state on Saturday. The rock peeled off about 12:30 p.m. after days of intense rain in the area.

One video showed panicky boaters who could see boulders tumbling into the lake urging others, “Get away!” But their calls appeared to be drowned out by the sound of the waterfall there and music blaring from the boats.

Another video registered the moment the cliff came crashing down, destroying two small boats.

Ten people were killed and no one remained missing on Sunday afternoon, Marcos Pimenta of the Minas Gerais civil police said.

“Today we are suffering the tragedy of a loss in our state that resulted from strong rain,” Romeu Zema, the state’s governor, said in a statement.

Michel Leite Neves, a 31-year-old Brazilian tourist who was on a boat in the lake when the cliff collapsed, told the G1 news outlet that he had alerted the craft’s skipper to the rocks tumbling down. At first the boat operator said the phenomenon was normal, but as the rockfall intensified, he gunned the engine with seconds to spare, Mr. Leite said.

“He turned the boat around because he said it was better for us to get out of there,” Mr. Leite said. “But at that moment the cliff was already falling.”

Lake Furnas, which is near the city of Capitólio, is among a cluster of picturesque destinations popular with tourists during the summertime in Minas Gerais. Visitors take boats to watch waterfalls that pour into emerald-colored water.

Lt. Pedro Aihara, a spokesman for the Minas Gerais Fire Department, said at least 24 people survived on the two boats that were directly hit. The search concluded on Sunday with all victims and survivors accounted for.

The authorities said two people remained hospitalized, while at least 27 people were treated for injuries that were not serious. As of Sunday afternoon, local officials had identified only one of the boaters who died: Julio Borges Antunes, 68, a retiree from Minas Gerais.

The videos from the scene went viral in Brazil, where intense rain and flooding in recent weeks have left at least 20 other people dead and damaged thousands of homes.

Brazil’s navy sent a team to assist rescue workers in Minas Gerais and said it would open an investigation to establish the causes of the collapse.

You Might Also Like

Deborah Dalton: Award-Winning Novels and Film

The South African Actor conquering the entertainment industry.

“Journey Within” Masterclass with Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar

Interview with Canadian Futures Trader: Inside the Journey of a Modern Futures Trader

Violet Brandani: Redefining Digital Streaming With Charm and Creativity

TAGGED:Boats and BoatingBrazilDeaths (Fatalities)GeologyMinas Gerais (Brazil)The Forbes JournalTrending
Share This Article
Facebook Twitter Email Copy Link Print
Mark Sanchez Launched From Hospital After Stabbing
Entertainment

Mark Sanchez Launched From Hospital After Stabbing

Mark Sanchez Out of the Hospital After Stabbing Revealed October 5, 2025 3:29 PM PDT Mark Sanchez is out of the hospital, TMZ has realized ... and, he is now…

By Tycoon Herald 2 Min Read
Erling Haaland: Man Metropolis striker is English soccer’s ‘best goalscorer’ ever, says Jamie Carragher
October 5, 2025
iPhone and Android App Improvement: What Ought to Startups Select in 2025? – AI Time Journal – Synthetic Intelligence, Automation, Work and Business
October 5, 2025
A whole bunch of Mt. Everest Climbers Caught on Mountain
October 5, 2025
Russell Martin sacked by Rangers: What went improper for the shortest-serving Ibrox boss and who comes subsequent?
October 5, 2025

You Might Also Like

Genesis Quantum Mining AI Poised to Become the Next Global Tech Giant
InnovationTrending

Genesis Quantum Mining AI Poised to Become the Next Global Tech Giant

By Tycoon Herald 3 Min Read
SPORT BNB Set to Shake the Sports World – Analysts Predict a – Token Price by 2027
Crypto / NFTTrending

SPORT BNB Set to Shake the Sports World – Analysts Predict a $3–$5 Token Price by 2027

By Tycoon Herald 5 Min Read
Gregory Hatanaka Teases His Biggest Films Yet with No Regrets and The Shout
EntertainmentTrending

Gregory Hatanaka Teases His Biggest Films Yet with No Regrets and The Shout

By Tycoon Herald 6 Min Read

More Popular from Tycoon Herald

MEET THE FATHER OF COADUNATE ECONOMIC MODEL
BusinessTrending

MEET THE FATHER OF COADUNATE ECONOMIC MODEL

By Tycoon Herald 2 Min Read
Woman Sentenced to 7 Days in Jail for Walking in Yellowstone’s Thermal Area

Woman Sentenced to 7 Days in Jail for Walking in Yellowstone’s Thermal Area

By Tycoon Herald
Empowering Fintech Innovation: Swiss Options Partners with Stripe to Transform Digital Payments
InnovationTrending

Empowering Fintech Innovation: Swiss Options Partners with Stripe to Transform Digital Payments

By Tycoon Herald 7 Min Read
Entertainment

Katy Perry Goes (Snake)Pores and skin to Win, Rocks Tiny Outfit for L.A. Album Get together

Katy Perry's placing all of it on the market -- nearly -- to have fun her…

By Tycoon Herald
Sports

Sir Bradley Wiggins feared being discovered useless by his youngsters throughout top of cocaine habit

Sir Bradley Wiggins, Britain's first Tour de France winner, has revealed how years as a functioning…

By Tycoon Herald
Trending

U.S. Blew Up a C.I.A. Post Used to Evacuate At-Risk Afghans

A controlled detonation by American forces that was heard throughout Kabul has destroyed Eagle Base, the…

By Tycoon Herald
Leadership

Northern Lights: 17 Best Places To See Them In 2021

Who doesn’t dream of seeing the northern lights? According to a new survey conducted by Hilton, 59% of Americans…

By Tycoon Herald
Real Estate

Exploring Bigfork, Montana: A Little Town On A Big Pond

Bigfork, Montana, offers picturesque paradise in the northern wilderness. National Parks Realty With the melting of…

By Tycoon Herald
Leadership

Leaders Need To Know Character Could Be Vital For Corporate Culture

Disney's unique culture encourages young employees to turn up for work with smiles on their faces.…

By Tycoon Herald
The Tycoon Herald

Tycoon Herald: Your instant connection to breaking stories and live updates. Stay informed with our real-time coverage across politics, tech, entertainment, and more. Your reliable source for 24/7 news.

Company

  • About Us
  • Newsroom Policies & Standards
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Careers
  • Media & Community Relations
  • WP Creative Group
  • Accessibility Statement

Contact Us

  • Contact Us
  • Contact Customer Care
  • Advertise
  • Licensing & Syndication
  • Request a Correction
  • Contact the Newsroom
  • Send a News Tip
  • Report a Vulnerability

Terms of Use

  • Digital Products Terms of Sale
  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Cookie Settings
  • Submissions & Discussion Policy
  • RSS Terms of Service
  • Ad Choices
© Tycoon Herald. All Rights Reserved.
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?