At least two people died when a building collapsed in the east zone of São Paulo, CNN Brasil reported on Saturday, September 12, 2026. The collapse occurred amid a night of intense rain in the city.
São Paulo Governor Tarcísio de Freitas said there are indications the building that came down was irregular, according to Folha de S.Paulo. G1 reported that the construction project had already been the target of a legal action brought by the city government.
The storm that hit the city overnight brought winds reaching 92.6 km/h, along with flooding and landslides, InfoMoney reported. VEJA also covered the collapse, describing it as a landslide that left two people dead during the heavy rainfall.
The reports do not specify how many people were injured or whether anyone remains missing, and no further details on the victims have been released. The cause of the collapse has not been confirmed, though the governor's remarks point to possible permitting or compliance problems with the project.
Authorities have not announced whether an investigation into the collapse has been opened. More information is expected as rescue work at the site continues and officials assess the condition of the surrounding area.
