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 147 reported deaths in state of Rio de Janeiro . Three firefighters are among those dead . It has been raining since January 1 in Sao Paulo state . A dam in the area has given way , adding to the woes .