News > World Bank provides USD 125 mn in emergency support to flood-hit Brazil
World Bank provides USD 125 mn in emergency support to flood-hit Brazil
12/05/2024 02:37 PM | Click to read full article
The World Bank is providing emergency support to the state of Rio Grande do Sul, heavily impacted by recent rains and floods. The funds come from the projects "Urban Resilience Program in Southern Brazil", "Revitalization Program for the Central Area of Porto Alegre", and "Support Program for the New Bolsa Familia". In addition, teams are providing technical assistance in damage assessment, resource prioritization, and fund deployment.