Tens of thousands of people in Mozambique are being rescued as rising waters continue to devastate the southern African nation - the worst flooding in a generation. Teams from Brazil, South Africa, and the UK have been aiding critical rescue operations.
For me, this is the first time I have experienced a calamity of this magnitude. Older people say a similar disaster occurred in the 1990s, said 24-year-old mechanic Tomaz Antonio Mlau.
Many families in affected regions woke up to find their homes underwater due to the Inkomati River bursting its banks, prompting a frantic evacuation to safety.
With over 650,000 residents affected and shelter inadequate, access to food and essential services has become a challenge. Those at the Gwazamutini Secondary School shelter report meager food supplies and concern for their lost belongings.
Emphasizing the gravity of the situation, Mayor Shafee Sidat highlighted the ongoing need for rescue as he visited shelters, confirming more than 10,000 residents in Marracuene are impacted.
With predictions of more rain and water releases from dams in South Africa, the mayor fears the flooding crisis will only worsen. As the community grapples with the immediate fallout, they also face uncertainty about the future, with many unsure if returning home is safe.
Humanitarian efforts are focused on providing essential aid and longer-term solutions for the displaced, emphasizing the importance of valuing life and safety over material possessions.
For me, this is the first time I have experienced a calamity of this magnitude. Older people say a similar disaster occurred in the 1990s, said 24-year-old mechanic Tomaz Antonio Mlau.
Many families in affected regions woke up to find their homes underwater due to the Inkomati River bursting its banks, prompting a frantic evacuation to safety.
With over 650,000 residents affected and shelter inadequate, access to food and essential services has become a challenge. Those at the Gwazamutini Secondary School shelter report meager food supplies and concern for their lost belongings.
Emphasizing the gravity of the situation, Mayor Shafee Sidat highlighted the ongoing need for rescue as he visited shelters, confirming more than 10,000 residents in Marracuene are impacted.
With predictions of more rain and water releases from dams in South Africa, the mayor fears the flooding crisis will only worsen. As the community grapples with the immediate fallout, they also face uncertainty about the future, with many unsure if returning home is safe.
Humanitarian efforts are focused on providing essential aid and longer-term solutions for the displaced, emphasizing the importance of valuing life and safety over material possessions.
