Cyclone Chido’s Death Toll in Mozambique Reaches 45

Cyclone Chido has led to a significant increase in the death toll in Mozambique, now reported at 45, with 38 fatalities in Cabo Delgado, 4 in Nampula, and 3 in Niassa. The cyclone injured nearly 500 individuals, destroyed thousands of homes, and affected over 181,000 people, compounding the challenges faced by a region already vulnerable due to conflict and underdevelopment.

The death toll resulting from Cyclone Chido in Mozambique has tragically increased to 45, as reported by the National Institute of Risk and Disaster Management on Wednesday. Initially, it was estimated that the cyclone claimed 34 lives following its landfall in the northern Cabo Delgado province on December 15, 2024. The updated figures reveal that Cabo Delgado suffered the greatest loss, with 38 fatalities, while Nampula and Niassa provinces recorded four and three deaths, respectively, with one person still unaccounted for. The cyclone, which exhibited wind speeds of approximately 260 kilometers (160 miles) per hour and significant rainfall, has left nearly 500 individuals injured, caused the destruction of almost 24,000 homes, and has adversely affected over 181,000 residents across the region.

Cyclone Chido made landfall in Mozambique after severely impacting the Indian Ocean island of Mayotte, where the death toll is feared to be in the hundreds or potentially thousands. The Cabo Delgado province, which is characterized by its vulnerability due to ongoing conflicts and underdevelopment, faced the brunt of this cyclone. Historically, this area has been prone to cyclonic activity, making the impact of such storms particularly catastrophic.

In conclusion, the aftermath of Cyclone Chido in Mozambique reveals a dire situation, with the death toll reaching 45 and significant damage inflicted across several provinces. As the region already grapples with the challenges of conflict and underdevelopment, the cyclone’s impact exacerbates the existing vulnerabilities, highlighting the urgent need for humanitarian assistance and disaster readiness in such vulnerable regions.

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