Cyclone Chido has severely impacted France’s Mayotte, with local officials estimating several hundred casualties as communities are reported to be flattened. Although 11 deaths were confirmed initially, more extensive assessments suggest the toll could reach thousands. French President Emmanuel Macron has pledged support, dispatching rescue workers and military aid. Major infrastructure damage has hindered emergency responses, with electricity, water, and internet down across the territory. The difficulty in communication has left responders struggling to reach affected populations as they assess the full extent of the devastation.