At least 31 people have died after a powerful cyclone struck Madagascar, says the disaster authority in the Indian Ocean island. Cyclone Gezani made landfall on Tuesday, hitting the island's main port, Toamasina. Madagascar's disaster management office reported total chaos, with houses collapsing in the impact zone where bodies were found. Neighbourhoods faced power shortages as power lines snapped, and debris littered the streets. Colonel Michael Randrianirina, the military leader, described the situation, highlighting that roughly 75% of Toamasina was destroyed. The cyclone reached winds of up to 250 km/hour (155 mph), causing buildings to collapse and leaving 400,000 residents in distress. As of Wednesday, the cyclone had weakened to a moderate storm, moving away from the coast.
Cyclone Gezani Devastates Madagascar: 31 Lives Lost
Cyclone Gezani Devastates Madagascar: 31 Lives Lost
A powerful cyclone has wreaked havoc in Madagascar, resulting in at least 31 deaths and catastrophic damage in the city of Toamasina. With winds reaching 250 km/h, the tropical storm led to widespread destruction, leaving thousands without power.
Cyclone Gezani struck Madagascar, particularly the city of Toamasina, leading to significant casualties and damage. The disaster management office reported that 31 people have died, and about 75% of the city's infrastructure has been destroyed due to high winds and severe flooding. Many residents faced power outages as trees were uprooted and roofs ripped off buildings. The cyclone is one of the most intense recorded in the region, exacerbating challenges following a previous cyclone just days prior.
