Cyclone Jude: Death Toll Rises as Mozambique Faces Severe Destruction

Cyclone Jude has killed six people and damaged over 900 homes in Mozambique. The storm brought winds of 195 km/h and heavy rainfall. Over 9,500 individuals have been affected, with ongoing rainfall and storms. This is the third cyclone to hit Mozambique in four months.

Cyclone Jude has resulted in the tragic loss of at least six lives and has dramatically impacted northern Mozambique by damaging upwards of 900 homes. The cyclone, which made landfall on Monday, generated maximum winds of 195 km/h (120 mph) and heavy rainfall that exceeded 250 mm (10 inches) within a single day, as reported by the National Institute of Meteorology.

While Cyclone Jude has since diminished to a tropical storm, it continues to unleash considerable rains, intense winds, and thunderstorms, exacerbating the situation for many residents. The National Institute for Risk and Disaster Management reported that over 9,500 individuals have been adversely affected, with 20 people sustaining injuries.

This event marks the third cyclone to strike Mozambique within a span of four months. Previously, Cyclone Chido in December claimed at least 120 lives and inflicted damage on nearly 120,000 homes. Furthermore, Cyclone Dikeledi in mid-January resulted in the deaths of at least five individuals and the destruction of approximately 3,500 homes.

In conclusion, Cyclone Jude has had a devastating impact on northern Mozambique, resulting in fatalities and substantial property damage. The effects of severe weather are increasingly evident in the region, with three significant storms occurring within the last four months, highlighting the growing vulnerability of Mozambique to such natural disasters.

Original Source: newscentral.africa