A government document reveals the challenges of accurately assessing the human toll of Cyclone Chido in Mayotte, with 21 confirmed fatalities and over 1,400 injuries reported. The infrastructure damage includes the destruction of the airport’s control tower, impacting commercial flights. Interior Minister Bruno Retailleau describes the island as ‘totally devastated’ and outlines recovery efforts, including the restoration of hospital services and electricity. Security forces are on-site to maintain order, though concerns rise over food and water shortages.

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