Days after Cyclone Chido struck Mayotte, hundreds of individuals, particularly from slum areas, remain unreachable, raising concerns over potentially high death tolls. Organizations report difficulty connecting with staff and volunteers, with many living in precarious conditions. The local authorities fear ‘several hundred’ to ‘potentially thousands’ of deaths, as the destruction leaves behind a bleak scenario. Challenges in identifying victims are compounded by cultural and religious practices regarding burial. Amidst the devastation, some residents are already building makeshift shelters.

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