UFC fighter Michel Pereira has joined the rescue operations in Rio Grande do Sul. The state has a history of frequent floods, which has caused major problems for the locals and animals in the area. But how is Michel Pereira helping in this situation? Pereira has posted videos and photos of his endeavors on social media.
Michel Pereira has actively involved himself in the rescue efforts in flood-stricken Rio Grande do Sul area. Pereira focused on saving animals stranded by the floods, particularly dogs. He has been seen carrying animals to safety and using boats to navigate the flooded streets. He even shared multiple Instagram posts doing the same.
These are some sad scenes. These are some cool stuff. But there are scenes that you and I need to see to understand how much Rio Grande do Sul needs us right now…But today alone, 26 dogs and 3 guinea pigs were rescued… Let’s get this out of here. Keep donating, keep supporting
Michel Pereira on Instagram (Translated from Portuguese)
The videos showed Pereira scaling roofs and using boats to rescue animals from severely affected areas. Meanwhile, he has shared updates and personal experiences on social media, raising awareness about the severity of the situation. People have praised Pereira’s efforts, recognizing him as a hero for his dedication to helping the agonized amidst the devastating floods.
Pereira is currently on an incredible eight-fight winning streak. He has finished his last three fights back to back in the first round. His last fight was against Ihor Potieria at UFC 301. Pereira choked Potieria out with a guillotine choke and finished that fight in under a minute.
Fans react to Michel Pereira saving dogs in Brazil
The videos of Michel Pereira’s efforts in flood-stricken Brazil caught the attention of netizens on social media. People went to the comment section to share their reactions to the videos. Here are some of the reactions from X:
Michel Pereira with rescue team for Brazil floods (Image via X )Our guy gets W’s inside and outside the cage
— Leonard (@UnbreakableOnX) May 15, 2024
Well done to him 💪
— The Fight Lab (@The_FightLab) May 15, 2024
Hero! 💯👏👏👏
— zachorama (@zachorama_) May 15, 2024
He’s rescuing his family member 😂😂😂
— Ali (@Ali10Amer) May 15, 2024
1 minute video and no backflips? i’m disappointed.
— Deron (@Deron_on) May 15, 2024
Give him the title shot solely for this reason imo🙏
— 🇲🇽🩸 (@UFChivas) May 15, 2024
I was a fan before.
Now I’m a nervous when he fights level fan.
— Yuni (@YuniBaka6) May 15, 2024
People were showering praise for Michel Pereira in the comment section. One user wrote the UFC should give Pereira the title shot for this reason alone. Another user expressed surprise that a full minute of a Michel Pereira video had no backflips in it.
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