Tropical Cyclone Chido’s Impact on Mozambique: December 2024

Tropical cyclone Chido made landfall on December 15, 2024, severely impacting Cabo Delgado and Nampula provinces in Mozambique. Wind gusts over 200 km/h caused critical infrastructure damage and destruction to numerous homes. Other provinces experienced lesser effects, emphasizing the cyclone’s widespread impact.

Tropical cyclone Chido made landfall in Mozambique on December 15, predominantly affecting the Mecufi district within Cabo Delgado province. The cyclone also had severe impacts on neighboring Nampula province, while Niassa, Tete, and Sofala provinces faced lesser damages. Wind gusts during the cyclone exceeded 200 km/h, leading to extensive destruction of infrastructure and a significant number of houses being either partially or completely destroyed.

Mozambique is prone to tropical cyclones, particularly during the storm season, which typically runs from November to April. In recent years, mounting evidence has illustrated the increasing intensity of these storms, correlating with climate change. The impacts of such cyclones not only disrupt communities but also place immense strain on recovery efforts and local economies. Understanding the nature and effects of cyclones like Chido is vital for preparedness and response initiatives.

The landfall of tropical cyclone Chido in December 2024 resulted in severe impacts across multiple provinces in Mozambique, particularly in Cabo Delgado and Nampula. With wind gusts exceeding 200 km/h, the cyclone caused extensive damage to infrastructure, exacerbating the challenges faced by affected communities. Addressing the aftermath requires significant recovery efforts and resources to aid those impacted by this devastating event.

Original Source: reliefweb.int