In brief
The cyclone, with winds of 132 mph, caused several fatalities in Mayotte and is now set to affect Mozambique's coast, sparking emergency measures.
Tropical Cyclone Chido has been wreaking havoc across Mayotte, a French territory, and is now moving towards Mozambique, intensifying concerns. Chido, classified as a Category 4 cyclone due to its sustained wind speeds of 132 mph, has already resulted in several deaths and significant damage, especially to infrastructure including an airport. French officials have reported extensive devastation on the island.Bruno Retailleau, France's interior minister, indicated a preliminary body count, noting, "The island seems devastated." Chido passed near Madagascar before hitting Mayotte, and the French government is mobilizing resources for emergency services in response to the crisis.On social media, French President Emmanuel Macron pledged support for relief efforts in the hard-hit area. Mayotte remains under a red cyclone alert, but weather services have reported some clearing as the cyclone heads further south. The unfolding situation in East Africa reflects the ongoing challenges posed by climate change and extreme weather events that are increasingly impacting vulnerable regions.
