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Petrópolis: More than 120 still missing in Brazil flood-hit city


Search and clean-up efforts continue in the Brazilian city of Petrópolis, five days after flash floods and mudslides that have killed at least 171 people.

The victims include at least 27 children and teenagers, while more than 120 are still missing, officials say.


Repeated downpours have hampered the work of emergency teams, with authorities saying it is unlikely anyone will be found alive.


About 900 people are being housed in schools and shelters.


Workers are digging with spades and shovels through the rubble and muck, with teams of volunteers helping in the efforts.


The search is being carried out with hand tools and chainsaws in unstable areas, with teams being helped by 41 sniffer dogs.


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