A Mother’s Courage: Giving Birth During Cyclone Chido in Mayotte
During the powerful cyclone Chido on December 16, 2024, Bérengère, a midwife and resident of Mayotte, gave birth to her son, Ezio. With roads blocked and communication cut off, she relied on the assistance of her colleague, Audrey. After a frantic search for a way to the hospital, a gendarmerie helicopter transported them to safety, where Bérengère was able to deliver her baby amid the chaos. This remarkable story captures the resilience and courage of mothers facing extraordinary circumstances.