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Cyclone Chido Devastates Mayotte, Leaving Hundreds Feared Dead. Cyclone Chido has hit Mayotte, France’s poorest region, with near 1,000 feared dead due to its violent impact. Francois-Xavier Bieuville, Mayotte's Prefect, estimates hundreds or even thousands of fatalities, although the exact number is still unknown. Emergency responders from France and Reunion Island are racing to find survivors and restore services following the worst cyclone to hit Mayotte in nearly a century. France has deployed ships and military aircraft to assist in the rescue and recovery efforts in Mayotte and surrounding regions. Winds exceeding 124mph (200km/h) have devastated buildings, ripped off roofs, and left widespread destruction in Chido’s wake. French President Emmanuel Macron expressed solidarity with the victims, pledging emergency meetings and response plans. Major infrastructure, including the main airport and hospital, has been severely damaged, with many slum dwellers at high risk during the cyclone. One hospital in Mayotte has reported 246 injuries, with nine people in critical condition, though accurate casualty figures remain difficult to confirm. The cyclone has left Mayotte nearly entirely offline for over 36 hours, with internet connectivity at just 16% of normal levels. Military supplies and thousands of rescue workers have been sent to assist in the recovery, while humanitarian organizations continue to mobilize. Cyclone Chido has now moved to Mozambique, causing destruction in Cabo Delgado province, with UNICEF calling for urgent support for affected communities.
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