Dead bodies found in Mariana up to 11

Minas Gerais Fire Department reported that four other bodies were found around the areas affected by the collapsed mining dams in Mariana, central region of Minas Gerais. Seven deaths had been confirmed due to the accident on last November 5th. Thus, the death toll rose to 11.

According to the department, they are still searching for the 15 missing people, nine are employees of Samarco mining company and six are residents. In total, 185 families had to be evicted from their houses due to the collapsed dams and were placed in hotels surrounding the area.

Translated by Amarílis Anchieta

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