By john 
In 2025, southern Brazil experienced an unprecedented hailstorm catastrophe that devastated agricultural regions across multiple states. Violent delta138 storms produced unusually large hailstones that fell for extended periods, destroying crops, infrastructure, and rural livelihoods.
Fruit orchards, vineyards, and grain fields were shredded within minutes. Crops close to harvest were completely lost, leaving farmers with no opportunity for recovery. Greenhouses and storage facilities collapsed under the impact of ice accumulation.
Rural housing was also affected. Roofs were punctured, windows shattered, and vehicles damaged. Power lines were knocked down, leaving communities without electricity and communication.
Meteorologists linked the storm severity to increased atmospheric instability. Warmer air masses interacting with cold fronts created powerful updrafts capable of sustaining large hailstones.
The 2025 hailstorm disaster demonstrated how short-lived weather events can cause long-term economic damage, particularly in agriculture-dependent regions.