Cyclone Chido, the worst storm in 90 years to hit Mayotte in the Indian Ocean, has caused devastation with a death toll of 19 confirmed but potentially hundreds more feared dead. The powerful storm made landfall with wind speeds exceeding 220km/h, leaving critical infrastructure damaged and displacing 100,000 people to emergency shelters. Mayotte’s health system has been severely impacted, with limited access to care, while the local airport control tower sustained damage, hindering rescue efforts and leaving thousands without power.
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China floods: At least 30 killed in Beijing and 80,000 evacuated | World News
At least 30 people have died and tens of thousands evacuated in Beijing due to severe flooding caused by heavy rains, with reports of up to 54cm of rainfall. The Beijing government has initiated a top-level emergency response, closing schools and suspending outdoor activities, while President Xi Jinping ordered extensive search and rescue operations as more rain is expected. Want More Context? 🔎
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