Tropical Cyclone Chido has left a trail of destruction in Mozambique, killing at least 45 people and injuring 500. Over 35,000 homes were destroyed, and numerous schools and health centers are out of commission. The UN and aid partners are providing food, shelter, and medical assistance to affected families, with a focus on the Mecufi district in Cabo Delgado province.
Humanitarians continue to assess the impact of Tropical Cyclone Chido in Mozambique and to support affected families, the UN reported on Wednesday.
More than 35,000 homes were destroyed or severely damaged. Almost 50 health centres and nearly 150 schools were also damaged and are no longer functioning.The UN and partners are mobilizing support for the most affected families in Mecufi district in Cabo Delgado. "Mobile medical teams are being deployed across the most impacted districts to deliver essential health services. Efforts are also underway to combat waterborne diseases by distributing chlorine and water purification materials, as well as providing information on cholera prevention," he
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