Mayotte Cyclone: Hundreds Feared Dead in French Territory
Cyclone Chido, the strongest storm to hit Mayotte in over 90 years, caused widespread destruction and a potentially massive death toll, with estimates ranging into the thousands. The French government is struggling to assess the damage and casualties due to rapid burials and communication challenges. Mayotte, a French archipelago facing significant poverty and social unrest, is receiving aid from Reunion Island, but accessing remote areas remains difficult. The cyclone also impacted neighboring areas, including Northern Mozambique and Comoros, though to a lesser extent.
John Q. Hosedrinker