A storm that brought torrential rains and tropical storm-force winds to Rio de Janeiro left six people dead, Brazilian authorities said Thursday. Two people were killed and two others injured when a home collapsed in the western part of the city, while a mudslide in Rocinha, Rio's largest favela (shantytown) claimed one life.

Brazil: 6 dead after powerful storm pounds Rio de Janeiro

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Brazil: 6 dead after powerful storm pounds Rio de Janeiro