Table V.

Reported direct impact from floods and droughts

Direct impactDroughtFlood
People affectedPeople affected by water shortageDeath, injuries and homelessness
Damages to natural environmentDry rivers, forest fireBreaking dike, river overflow
Losses in agriculture productionCrop failure, loss of livestockCrop failure
Infrastructure damages Building collapse, streets, ports and airports damage
Source: Analysis of the Folha de São Paulo articles (2003-2013)

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