Thousands displaced by deadly floods in Brazil

At least three people were killed and more than 3,600 people were displaced following heavy rains in northeastern Brazil. About 77 millimeters of rain recorder in the Piaui state capital of Teresina, flooding a neighbourhood there.

Teresina, Piaui state:Civil defence officials say heavy rains in northeastern Brazil have killed at least three people and displaced 3,600.

About 77 millimeters of rain recorder in the Piaui state capital of Teresina, flooding a neighbourhood there and killing three.

Footage obtained from TV Record showed residents inspecting heavy damage to their homes and vehicles.

Meteorologists say rains are expected to continue through Friday.