Hundreds killed in Brazil floods

Rescue workers struggled on Thursday to reach areas cut off by floods and landslides that have killed at least 356 people in one of Brazil's worst natural disasters in decades.

Many stranded residents were forced to fend for themselves as rescue operations were hampered by destroyed roads and treacherous terrain. More rain is forecast for the coming days, raising the risk of further mudslides.

The disaster is an early challenge for new President Dilma Rousseff, who has already made $460 million in emergency funds available for the rescue and reconstruction efforts.

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