Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:50pm on 16 Dec 2024,Monday Weather & Environment
Cyclone Chido hit Mayotte on December 14, 2024, causing "apocalyptic scenes," according to locals. With winds over 225 km/h, many poor areas with sheet-metal roofs were flattened. "It feels like you are in the aftermath of a nuclear war," said resident Mohamed Ishmael. At least 20 people are confirmed dead, but the toll could rise to thousands, officials warn. Infrastructure is severely damaged, leaving 85% of the territory without power. "The images are apocalyptic. It's a disaster," said a nurse from Mamoudzou. Rescue workers are struggling due to impassable roads and downed power lines.
