A large portion of Brazil is currently under a severe red alert due to an unprecedented heatwave, as reported by the BBC. The situation has reached alarming levels, with Rio de Janeiro experiencing a record-breaking temperature of 42.5°C on Sunday. The city of São Paulo has also been affected, with the average temperature reaching 37.3°C on Wednesday evening, according to data from the national institute of meteorology (Inmet). This extreme heatwave has impacted over 100 million people, causing widespread concern.

The occurrence of such abnormally high temperatures can be attributed to the El Niño phenomenon, which is known for causing drastic changes in weather patterns across the globe. Its current manifestation is leading to a significant increase in average temperatures worldwide, contributing to the larger issue of climate change. As a result, regions like Brazil are facing intensified heatwaves, posing numerous challenges for the affected population.

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