Cyclone Jude has hit Northern Mozambique, becoming the third storm in four months, causing severe flooding and damage. The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) labeled the situation as “very bad,” particularly affecting children due to the risk of waterborne diseases. Emergency aid is being provided in collaboration with the government.
Cyclone Jude recently struck Northern Mozambique, marking the third storm to affect the region within a span of four months. On Monday morning, the cyclone made landfall near Mossuril district in Nampula province, with winds reaching up to 140 km/h (87 mph) and gusts of 195 km/h, as reported by the National Institute of Meteorology (INAM).
The impact of the cyclone resulted in severe flooding and infrastructural damage, leaving numerous residents homeless and without power. The severity of the cyclone took many locals in Nacala by surprise, with the region already grappling with challenges due to previous cyclones that occurred in December and January.
The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has declared the situation as “very bad,” expressing particular concern for the vulnerability of children amidst the crisis. With flooding increasing the risk of waterborne diseases such as cholera, diarrhea, and malaria, urgent measures are needed. Nampula province has the highest number of children in Mozambique, emphasizing the need for immediate humanitarian assistance.
UNICEF, in collaboration with the government, is actively engaged in distributing emergency aid kits and providing support to those affected by the cyclone. The continuing humanitarian response efforts are crucial as the region attempts to recover from this latest disaster.
Cyclone Jude’s recent landfall in Northern Mozambique has exacerbated an already dire situation, as it marks the third storm in a brief period, causing severe flooding and infrastructural damage. Humanitarian efforts, particularly for children, are critical, given the heightened risk of waterborne diseases. Immediate assistance and support are essential to alleviate the challenges faced by the affected communities in Nampula.
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