Cyclone Jude Devastates Northern Mozambique, Causing Six Fatalities

Cyclone Jude has claimed six lives and destroyed over 900 homes in northern Mozambique. The storm, which hit on Monday, brought intense winds and heavy rain, affecting approximately 9,500 people. This incident marks the third cyclone to impact the region within four months, preceding Cyclones Chido and Dikeledi, which also caused fatalities and destruction.

Cyclone Jude has recently struck northern Mozambique, resulting in the unfortunate loss of at least six lives and the destruction of over 900 homes. As reported by local authorities, this storm, which made landfall on Monday, produced winds reaching speeds of up to 195 kilometers per hour and recorded over 250 millimeters (10 inches) of rain within just 24 hours.
The National Institute for Risk and Disaster Management confirmed that alongside the fatalities, approximately 20 individuals sustained injuries, with an estimated 9,500 people affected overall. Although Cyclone Jude has since weakened to a tropical storm, its lingering effects are felt through continued intense rainfall and strong winds.
This event marks the third cyclone to impact Mozambique in a mere four months. Previously, Cyclone Chido hit in December, resulting in at least 120 fatalities and nearly 120,000 homes destroyed, while Cyclone Dikeledi claimed five additional lives in January and caused significant housing damage.

In summary, Cyclone Jude has devastated parts of northern Mozambique, leading to multiple fatalities and the destruction of homes. With this being the third cyclone to hit in recent months, the impact on the local population highlights the ongoing challenges faced by the region in dealing with severe weather events. The continued monitoring of Cyclone Jude’s effects is essential as recovery efforts begin.

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