Tens of thousands of people in Mozambique are being rescued as rising waters continue to devastate the southern African nation - the worst flooding in a generation. Teams from Brazil, South Africa, and the UK have been helping with life-saving rescue operations. For me, this is the first time I have experienced a calamity of this magnitude. Elders say a similar disaster took place in the 1990s, said Tomaz Antonio Mlau, a local mechanic. Many families are finding refuge in shelters set up in schools and churches, but shortages of food and essentials remain a significant concern. The mayor of Marracuene has expressed alarm over the number of individuals still clinging to treetops, urging them to heed rescue calls. The flooding is not only devastating lives but also impacting economies, with major roads cut off, leading to food shortages and rising prices. Current estimates indicate that over 642,000 people have suffered due to the ongoing floods, raising fears that the situation might escalate further with incoming weather threats from neighboring regions.
Devastating Floods in Mozambique: Thousands Rescued from Rising Waters
Devastating Floods in Mozambique: Thousands Rescued from Rising Waters
Severe flooding in Mozambique has led to the displacement of over 600,000 people and claims of numerous lives. International rescue teams are working tirelessly as local families seek safety amidst the storm.
The worst flooding Mozambique has experienced in a generation has forced thousands to seek refuge in tree tops and emergency shelters. As the Inkomati River overflows, rescue efforts intensify with help from international teams. Local residents recount harrowing experiences of loss and survival while facing the challenges of food shortages and ongoing weather threats.
