In Mayotte, as Christmas approaches, many residents wish to leave the archipelago temporarily. Eleven days post-Cyclone Chido, the conditions remain dire, with shortages of water and medical care. At the airport, nearly 200 people, including families with children, wait for limited flights to Réunion. Frustrated citizens demand information as they face long wait times and disorganization. Teachers struggle with the decision to leave, fearing for the wellbeing of their students and the community while prioritizing their own families’ health needs.