On Saturday, a devastating 100-year cyclone, named Chido struck across the French island of Mayotte, inflicting severe destruction. The cyclone is a category 4 storm that tore through the southwestern Indian Ocean over the weekend. It badly impacted northern Madagascar before rapidly slamming Mayotte with winds over 136 mph. The weather service of France has said that it was the strongest storm to hit the islands in more than 90 years. Though cyclone Chido has now weakened, but it continued into northern Mozambique where it caused massive destruction. The cyclone has crushed hospitals, knocked out electrical grids, damaged schools, and caused extreme damage to the neighborhoods. So, below in this article, let’s take a look at the devastation of cyclone Chido in Mayotte through pictures.
Satellite Image Shows Cyclone Chido Over Mayotte
On 14th December 2024, a satellite image was released by Colorado State University’s Cooperative Atmospheric Research Institute. It shows Cyclone Chido over the French island of Mayotte, east of Mozambique and west of Madagascar.
Torn-Off Roofs Of Residential Buildings
On 15th December 2024, a photo was taken that shows the torn-off roofs of residential buildings after the category 4 storm hit the French island of Mayotte. This island is in France’s Indian Ocean territory. The picture shows massive destruction caused by cyclone Chido.
Satellite Image Shows Aftermath Of Cyclone Chido
A satellite image taken by Maxar was released after the category 4 storm, cyclone Chido, hit the French island of Mayotte. The picture shows the aftermath of the cyclone in Mayotte, France.
People In Mayotte Have Been Calling For Aid
In Mayotte, a French island in the Indian Ocean, people have been calling for help after the cyclone Chido caused widespread destruction over the weekend. In the above picture, the devastation can be clearly seen, with people moving their valuable stuff. Also, emergency responders are present at the scene.
Situation In Mayotte Is Very Chaotic
Cyclone Chido has hit the French island of Mayotte very badly. Matthieu Chantrelle, who is co-ordinating Doctors Without Borders’ response to the crisis in Mayotte, has described the situation in the island as chaotic. Also, officials have stated that the cyclone has majorly impacted the slum neighborhoods.
French Minister Has Said France And Europe Will Support Mayotte
Jean-Noël Barrot, French Foreign Affairs Minister has stated that all of his thoughts are with the compatriots in Mayotte who are suffering the tragic consequences of the catastrophic natural calamity. He mentioned that under the authority of the prime minister, the government and the state services have been fully mobilized to provide aid, security, and reinforcement to the compatriots on the island. Also, he expressed that they will be working with the European Commission to ensure that European solidarity is in place to support the reconstruction effort that lies ahead.
Women Sitting On A Devastated Street In Mayotte
After the category 4 storm hit the French island of Mayotte, a picture was taken showing a woman sitting on a devastated street. In the image, debris and fallen trees can be seen scattered over the street.
Ariel View Shows Trail Of Destruction By Cyclone Chido
Category 4 storm has badly hit the French island of Mayotte, which is in France’s Indian Ocean territory. The above picture shows the ariel view of the destruction caused by cyclone Chido. Houses in the area can be seen severely destroyed and debris is scattered everywhere.
Streets In Mamoudzou, Mayotte Filled With Debris
The latest picture of the French island shows a clear view of the devastation caused by Cyclone Chido. In Mamoudzou, Mayotte, streets can be seen filled with debris from people’s houses and fallen trees, with seemingly every house in the neighborhood damaged badly.
Forces Of France Clear A Blocked Road In Mayotte
After the category 4 storm hit the French island of Mayotte, several streets and roads got damaged by the high-speed winds. In the above picture, the forces of France can be seen clearing a blocked road in Mayotte. There are fallen trees scattered all over the road, blocking the whole and making the whole road impassable.
Over 1500 Personnel Have Been Deployed On The Ground
Recently, the government of France has shared that it has deployed a massive number of resources to Mayotte. Around 1600 police officers and gendarmes have come to the ground for the rescue of people, who have been hit badly by the natural calamity. They have been clearing debris and have been assisting the whole population. Also, around 800 personnel from emergency services Sécurité Civile have been sent to provide their support in the recovery efforts.
French Military Helping With Relief Efforts In Mayotte
After the cyclone hit the French island of Mayotte, several images surfaced online which showed the severe devastation. In the above picture, French military officers can be seen helping with the relief efforts in Mayotte. They are clearing the debris and fallen trees, along with sharing information with the residents.
The Cyclone Felled Massive Number Of Trees On The French Island
Cyclone Chido, which is described to be the worst storm of the century, has caused massive destruction. With winds blowing over 136 miles per hour, the natural calamity knocked down huge trees and blocked the important roads around the island.
Cyclone Chido Has Also Wrecked Havoc On Nearby Islands
Along with Mayotte, the Category 4 storm has wreaked havoc on nearby islands, including Madagascar and Comoros, and made its landfall in Mozambique. In these regions, authorities warned of extensive destruction and urged communities to prepare themselves for major damage.
Mayotte’s Prefect, François-Xavier Bieuville Called The Destruction As Apocalyptic
François-Xavier Bieuville, the prefect of Mayotte has described the destruction caused by cyclone Chido as apocalyptic. According to him, the category 4 storm has hit the poorest areas of the island, where many people live in makeshift metal shacks. He has also said that officials think hundreds or thousands of people might have died.
A Boy Sitting Near The Damaged Houses
On 15th December 2024, a picture was taken which shows a boy sitting near the damaged homes in Mayotte. In the aftermath of Cyclone Chido, a boy was seen sitting near the ruins of homes within Labattoir in Mayotte.
Schools In Mayotte Were Amongst The Most Hit
In Mayotte, the buildings of schools were damaged badly by the category 4 storm. In the above picture, a classroom can be seen where chairs and tables are in a broken state along with debris scattered all over the place. Also, a woman can be seen assessing the damage caused by Cyclone Chido.
Civil Security’s Photo Shows Extreme Damage
A picture was taken by Civil Security after Cyclone Chido struck the French island of Mayotte. It shows part of the French territory of Mayotte in the Indian Ocean badly hit and destroyed. Officials have categorized it as the worst storm of the century.
Authorities Warned That Death Toll Might Be In Thousands
The authorities that have deployed personnel on the ground for the aid and assistance of people in Mayotte have warned that the death toll from the Cyclone could be as high as several thousand. This is because the destruction by the category 4 storm is extremely catastrophic.
Cyclone Made Its Landfall On Saturday With Winds Above 136 Miles Per Hour
Cyclone Chido which is labeled as a category 4 storm made its landfall on Saturday, with high-speed winds. Officials have stated that the winds were over 136 miles per hour and caused massive destruction.
Satellite Image Shows Destruction At The Dzaoudzi Port In Mayotte
Maxar Technologies released a satellite image that shows severe damage at the Dzaoudzi Port after Cyclone Chido hit the French territory of Mayotte in the Indian Ocean.
Before And After View Of Mamoudzou, Capital Of Mayotte
A Satellite image has been revealed which shows the before and after the cyclone view of Mamoudzou. The before picture was taken on 23rd November 2024 and the after image was taken on 16th December 2024.
View Of College De Kwale In Mamoudzou Before And After The Cyclone
After the category 4 storm hit the French island of Mayotte, a satellite image was revealed that showed the before and after of College De Kwale in Mamoudzou. The before picture was taken on 19th March and the after picture was taken on 16th December.
Rescue Worker Attempts To Clear A Blocked Road
In the aftermath of Cyclone Chido, a rescue worker was seen attempting to clear a blocked road in Mamoudzou, Mayotte. In the above picture, it can be seen that the entire road is covered with debris, and huge trees are felled on the road.
French Military Officers Receive Supplies At The Dzaoudzi–Pamandzi International Airport
After the category 4 storm hit the French island of Mayotte, the devastation was catastrophic. In the above picture, French military officers can be seen receiving emergency supplies at the Dzaoudzi–Pamandzi International Airport in Pamandzi, Mayotte.
Picture Of A Devastated Hill In Mayotte Was Taken By NGO Medecins du Monde
On 15th December 2024, a picture was shared by NGO Medecins du Monde. The image shows a destroyed and destructed hill on the French island of Mayotte, after cyclone Chido caused severe damage and numerous fatalities. The hill in the French territory can be seen covered entirely with debris.
The Karihani Inter-Island Barge Was Stranded Among The Debris
After Cyclone Chido hit France’s Indian Ocean territory of Mayotte, a picture was share on the internet which shows the Karihani inter-island barge stranded among the debris in Mamoudzou, Mayotte.
Classroom Of Cavani Primary School Destroyed By Cyclone Chido
On 14th December 2024, a picture was shared that showed a classroom of the Cavani Primary School, located in Mayotte’s capital Mamoudzou, destroyed fully after Cyclone Chido struck the region. Also, broken chairs, tables, torn books, and broken roofs can be seen in the picture.
French Gendarmerie Forces Pass Through A Damaged Area
On 15th December 2024, a picture was shared which showed the trial of destruction caused by Cyclone Chido. In the above image, French Gendarmerie forces can be seen crossing a damaged area, covered with debris and fallen trees.
A Pile Of Debris Of Furniture, Metal Sheets, And Other Things Scattered
After Cyclone Chido, a category 4 storm, hit the French island of Mayotte, a photo was taken which showed a pile of debris scattered over an area. The debris contained broken furniture, metal sheets and other belongings.
Airport Control Tower In Mayotte Destroyed Badly By Cyclone Chido
On Saturday, an airport control tower in Mayotte was damaged badly by Cyclone Chido. The natural calamity brought high-speed winds over 136 mph, leading the catastrophic damage.
Soldier Looks At The Damage Caused By Cyclone Chido
Cyclone Chido has been categorized as the worst storm of the century by several weather officials. In the above picture, a soldier can be seen taking a look at the damage caused by the natural calamity in Mayotte.
People Walk Through Damaged Constructions In Mamoudzou
On 16th December 2024, a picture was taken which shows the devastation of cyclone Chido on the French island of Mayotte. In the image, people can be seen walking through the damaged constructions in Mamoudzou. Further, a roof in the image can be seen completely torn off by the high-speed winds.
People Standing Near A Damaged Car In Mayotte, France
In the above picture, a car can be seen badly damaged by Cyclone Chido on the French island of Mayotte. Alongside the car, some people are standing and accessing the damage.
