People rescued from rooftops amid catastrophic floods in Brazil

Military crews in Brazil have captured the moment they had to rescue stranded locals from the roofs of their homes in Rio Grande do Sul, following major flooding. Days of heavy rain and a failed hydroelectric dam have left 60 people missing, and 30 more confirmed dead. The dam, which is located close to Cotiporã, triggered a high wave, forcing people to find an escape route from the area. In the footage, residents have put holes in their roofs to get them out safely, and able to climb up into the rescue helicopters. Watch more on Independent TV: Click here to subscribe to The Independent: About The Independent: Making Change Happen. The Independent is the world’s most free-thinking newsbrand, providing global news, commentary and analysis for the independently-minded. Connect with The Independent: Check out our full video catalog: