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Cyclone Chido Devastates Mozambique: Over 120 Confirmed Dead

Cyclone Chido has caused significant devastation in Mozambique, resulting in at least 120 fatalities and nearly 900 injuries, according to local authorities. The cyclone affected approximately 700,000 individuals, primarily in the impoverished Cabo Delgado province. Previously, it wreaked havoc on the French island of Mayotte, leaving 35 dead. Recent imagery reveals severe destruction in Mecufi district, prompting calls for aid from new president Daniel Chapo. The region is particularly vulnerable to extreme weather, having previously faced severe droughts and storms.

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