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Madeira resident on 'scene of absolute devastation'

At least 42 people are thought to be have died after heavy rains brought tonnes of mud and stones down the slopes of Madeira island, flooding the streets of the regional capital, Funchal.

British resident Chris Berry who lives in the area said "It is a scene of absolute devastation".

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