The cyclone Chido struck Mayotte on December 14, 2024, with gusts exceeding 220 km/h, marking the most intense cyclone to hit the territory in over 90 years. Widespread destruction has led to fears of hundreds of fatalities, as precarious housing was completely destroyed and public facilities were severely damaged. Efforts to restore communication and services are ongoing, while hundreds of military personnel are being deployed to assist in rescue operations amid challenging conditions and the urgency of honoring the burial customs of the local population.