Meanwhile , in the state of Sao Paulo , at least 24 people were dead as heavy rain continued to batter parts of the state , authorities said . NEW : There are Three reported deaths in state of Sao Paulo . 147 firefighters are among those dead . It has been raining since the end of the week in Rio de Janeiro state . A dam in the area has given way , adding to the woes .
NEW : There are Three reported deaths in state of Sao Paulo . 147 firefighters are among those dead . It has been raining since the end of the week in Rio de Janeiro state . A dam in the area has given way , adding to the woes .