Cyclone Chido has claimed at least 14 lives on the French Indian Ocean island of Mayotte, according to a security source.
The death toll, described as provisional, could rise further as rescue efforts continue, French Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau warned on Sunday.
The cyclone, also known as Chido-25, swept through Mayotte’s densely populated shantytowns, causing widespread devastation. Emergency services are working to assess the full extent of the damage and provide aid to those affected.
The storm is now moving toward the coast of Mozambique, raising concerns for further impacts in mainland Africa. Authorities have issued alerts across the Southern Indian Ocean, with the cyclone’s strength and trajectory being closely monitored.
