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Mozambique, Mid January 2021 On 18 January, local media in Mozambique reported flooding in Buzi District, Sofala Province, leaving some areas cut off.Earlier on 15 January media reported and some flooding in the city of Beira, prompting a few evacuations. Accumulation of water in Zimbabwe will flow downstream, enlarging the flooded areas for several days.”. “As humanitarian partners were already responding to multiple needs in Mozambique including the conflict in Cabo Delgado in the north and the recent impact of Tropical Storm Chalane, more resources are urgently needed to ensure we can scale up quickly to respond to Tropical Cyclone Eloise,” he said. pic.twitter.com/XdaVhaSog1. “If you remember in (Cyclone) Idai we all said ‘That’s not too bad,’ but 24 hours later the big waters came." Turn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? "The amount of rain will be sufficient to flood low areas of Beira and Buzi. Heavy rains triggered severe flash flooding in the city of Tetouan in northern Morocco on Monday, March 1, 2021, leaving 275 houses damaged, as well as dozens of vehicles and infrastructure. Cyclone Eloise made landfall near Beira, a major city in Sofala province, central Mozambique, around 2 AM Saturday (local time) with high winds, heavy rains and severe flooding. The storm displaced more than 16,000 people, damaged around 17,000 houses, and killed more than a dozen people across a few countries in southeast Africa. Persistent flooding in southern Mozambique has caused damage to around 4 200 homes and more than 54 000 ha (133 400 acres) of agricultural land. Thu 14 Jan 2021 FloodList provided by Copernicus GloFAS JOHANNESBURG -- The Mozambican port city of Beira breathed a sigh of relief Saturday as Cyclone Eloise caused less damage than feared as it passed through, but the danger of flooding remained in a region still recovering from a devastating cyclone two years ago. He went on to note that WFP has about 640 metric tons of food available at its warehouse in Beira, as part of its ongoing lean-season response, but it can be used to provide urgent, life-saving assistance in areas affected by the cyclone. Thousands displaced after Tropical Cyclone Eloise hits Mozambique Nearly 7,000 people forced from their homes and more than 130,000 hectares of crops destroyed by … The Mozambican port city of Beira breathed a sigh of relief as Cyclone Eloise caused less damage than feared as it passed through, but the danger of flooding remained in a region still recovering from a devastating cyclone two years ago. He added that initial assessments indicated that over half of the 71 resettlement centres sheltering people displaced by the 2019 Cyclone Idai, are in areas affected by Cyclone Eloise. On ground and aerial assessments are ongoing. Blue represents water - which covers large swaths of land in the picture, showing significant flooding. According to the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), sea levels have been rising about 3 mm per year since 1993 – totaling a 200 mm increase (7.87 inches) in global averaged sea level since 1870. At least 28 people have now lost their lives in recent flooding in Mozambique. Heavy rains have been affecting the southern areas of the country, falling on grounds already saturated by downpours brought by Tropical Cyclone "Eloise" in late January. Mozambique: Cyclone Eloise leaves massive flooding in its wake Flooded fields in Buzi, Sofala province of Mozambique (Red Cross photo) - Jens Laerke, an OCHA spokesperson told journalists at a media briefing in Geneva that the most urgent humanitarian needs identified so far include food, tents, drinking water, hygiene kits, COVID-19 prevention materials, mosquito nets, and blankets. Churches, mosques and some Government offices are also housing the displaced, “many of whom fled with little more than the clothes on their backs”, Paul Dillon, a spokesperson for the UN International Organization for Migration (IOM) said at the same briefing. Idai in 2019 killed several hundred people and displaced well over 100,000. 24/7 coverage of breaking news and live events. The Associated Press Vehicles submerged in flood waters in Beira, Mozambique Saturday, Jan. 23, 2021. The storm also damaged more than 8,800 houses and at least 26 health centres, and disrupted power and communication links. About 32 accommodation centres for the displaced have been set up in the heavily affected Sofala province, including in Beira city, providing temporary accommodation for around 15,000 families. While the economy registered its first contraction in 2020 in nearly three decades, growth is expected to rebound over the medium-term, reaching about 4% by 2022. Almost 3 million people – in both rural and urban areas – in southern, central and northern Mozambique were already facing high levels of food insecurity before the cyclone, he added. Brown is dry land, while green is vegetation. “But the mayor (Daviz Simango) has been a master of preparation. They are also providing information on the need to maintain physical distancing, but it is very difficult under the current circumstances", Mr. Dillon said. Aerial footage shows swathes of land in eastern Mozambique submerged and residents and houses stranded in flood water in the devastating aftermath of Cyclone Eloise. Recent Flood Events January 2021 Mozambique Flooding captured by RAPID system The RAPID flood maps are also integrated into Dartmouth Flood Observatory (DFO)’s flood mapping web service ( https:// floodobservatory.colorado.edu/ Events/5015/ 2021Mozambique5015.html ). In late January 2021, Tropical Cyclone Eloise caused widespread damage and heavy flooding in central Mozambique. Eswatini also witnessed heavy rains since 23 January and most rivers in the country are flooded. The dramatic situation in Tetouan made rounds on social media. The storm washed out two bridges on the Umbeluzi River, flooded hundreds of homes, and also destroyed numerous crops. The Mozambican port city of Beira breathed a sigh of relief as Cyclone Eloise caused less damage than feared as it passed through, but the danger of flooding remained in a region still recovering from a devastating cyclone two years ago. The months of January to March are the peak of lean season in Mozambique, when people struggle the most to find food, according to the UN World Food Programme (WFP) spokesperson Tomson Phiri. Flooding in Mozambique since December 2019 has claimed lives of at least 28 people, injuring 66 and affecting more than 58,000. … (AP Photo/Michael Jensen) Vehicles submerged in flood waters in Beira, Mozambique Saturday, Jan. 23, 2021. Mozambique’s economy is expected to gradually recover in 2021, but substantial downside risks remain due to uncertainty surrounding the path of the COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic. ♦ Receive daily updates directly in your inbox -. After Guambe's precursor disturbance moved ashore in Mozambique on 12 February, the storm proceeded to produce prolific rainfall across the region for the next several days, leading to widespread flooding, and displacing over 27,000 people. Cyclone Hits Mozambique Port City, Brings Property Damage, Flooding More Rain falls before the landfall of cyclone Eloise in Beira, Mozambique January 22, 2021… A scene of destruction in the Praia Nova neighbourhood of Beira city, after Tropical Cyclone Eloise. Some 843 people were killed by the storm and subsequent flooding across flat rural areas in Mozambique, Zimbabwe and Malawi. There are also unconfirmed reports suggesting that some people have lost their lives. But since Idai, “people now know what a cyclone is and they take it seriously," Van Wyk said. The death toll in Mozambique after a cyclone tore through southern Africa and triggered devastating floods has jumped to 417, Land and Environment Minister Celso Correia said on Saturday, … Vehicles submerged in flood waters in Beira, Mozambique Saturday, Jan. 23, 2021. The numbers are expected to rise.In Zimbabwe, heavy rains have caused floods, mudslides & destruction.➡https://t.co/boTcYsg5YJ pic.twitter.com/4DeplHbtYf. Preparations and impact. The storm also flooded large swathes of crop land, and destroyed farm tools and seeds, prompting fears for the annual harvest expected in April, as well as replanting beyond. “Heavy rainfall will persist for over 24 hours," it said. (AP Photo/Michael Jensen). “The Vodacom network registered a temporary interruption … cutting off communication for users in the whole of the city of Beira and in certain districts of the province of Sofala,” Vodacom said in a statement. There are also serious concerns for chronic disease patients who lost their medications, he added, noting that the UN agency is monitoring the situation to refer these cases to health facilities, many of which have themselves been damaged. “However, more resources will be urgently needed so we can mount an adequate response in a timely manner”, Mr. Phiri added. According to the UN Office for Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), more than 176,000 people – including up to 90,000 children – have been affected, with several thousand displaced. “IOM staff are distributing soap and a limited supply of cloth face masks to the most vulnerable. The whole of Beira put sandbags on their roofs yesterday,” as municipal authorities turned a blind eye to taking sand from the beach. — Fahmida Miller (@FahmidaMiller) January 23, 2021 Cars were submerged in water, walls of some low-lying buildings collapsed and swaths of land were flooded in Beira, posts on Twitter showed. Zimbabwe has been impacted by heavy rains, with reports of localized flooding and mudslides. Serious flooding has wreaked havoc in parts of Mozambique, as houses collapsed in many areas. Eloise is the second cyclone to hit central Mozambique this season, after Chalane in December. The Mozambican port city of Beira breathed a sigh of relief Saturday as Cyclone Eloise caused less damage than feared as it passed through, but the danger of flooding remained in a region still recovering from a devastating cyclone two years ago. Heavy rainfall and flooding has also been reported in South Africa, and Botswana expects widespread rainfall in coming days. On the 23 January 2021, Tropical Cyclone ELOISE made landfall in central Mozambique, near Beira city. By Reuters Jan 23, 2021 By Promit Mukherjee and Manuel Mucari JOHANNESBURG - The coastal city of Beira in Mozambique, which houses one of the country's most important ports, has … Vehicles submerged in flood waters in Beira, Mozambique on January 23, 2021. Skip to main content ... Map of Major Natural Disasters 2021 Above is the major natural disasters occurred in 2021 so far. Preliminary figures indicate that at least six people died and 12 injured due to Cyclone Eloise, but the number may rise as more information becomes available. Flood and storm damage in Buzi District, Sofala, Mozambique, after Tropical Storm Eloise, January 2021. UN agencies voiced deep concern on Wednesday over the worsening humanitarian crisis in Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado province, where attacks by armed groups have forced more than 565,000 to flee their homes. After passing over Mozambique, Tropical Cyclone Eloise went on to hit other countries in southern Africa. “We all feel it’s been much less than what we expected,” said Kobus Botha, head of farming and logistics company Servir. A person walks along a flooded street in Beira, central Mozambique, near the site where Tropical Cyclone Eloise made landfall on 23 January. A man stands amidst debris after Tropical Cyclone Eloise barrelled through Mozambique, leaving massive destruction in its wake. The city was in the eye of ferocious Cyclone Idai, which killed more than 600 people and left hundreds more injured, in 2019. “Looking from here in the distance you can see all around roof-sheets missing here and there,” Beira resident Ben Van Wyk said. #CycloneEloise in Mozambique:6 people died & 12 were injured8,300 are displaced8,800 houses destroyed, damaged or flooded160 classrooms & 26 health centres damaged142,000 hectares of crops flooded⬆176,000 people affected, according to preliminary Government data. It also caused widespread flooding and destruction of infrastructure. “People need food assistance now to cope and will need support to re-establish their livelihoods going forward", Mr. Phiri said. Ahead of the cyclone's arrival, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies warned that at least 100,000 people will be affected. Flooding remains a threat after Cyclone Eloise passes through Mozambique 24 Jan 2021 The eye of the storm passed over Beira city in Mozambique before dawn on Saturday, having already brought heavy rains to Zambezia province and its capital, Quelimane. According to a report from the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) of 21 January 2020, at least 28 people have died and more than 58,800 have been affected by heavy rains and flooding in Mozambique, with Zambezia , Cabo Delgado and Sofala provinces hardest-hit. UN agencies are ramping up efforts on Tuesday to help communities in Mozambique hit hard by Tropical Cyclone Eloise, which barrelled through the country just three weeks after the devastating Tropical Storm Chalane. Pemba in north Mozambique has had more than two metres of rain and flooding since Cyclone Kenneth. Five killed in Mozambique flooding rains. "Southern Africa – Tropical Cyclone Eloise Triggers Floods in Mozambique, Zimbabwe and South Africa 25 January, 2021 by Richard Davies in Africa, News Disaster authorities report that 6 people have died in Mozambique after Tropical Cyclone Eloise made landfall in Sofala Province early on 23 January 2021. UN allocates $20 million in emergency funding, as Cyclone Idai disaster unfolds, Violence leaves more than 300,000 ‘completely reliant’ on assistance in northern Mozambique, UN appeals for international support as flood waters rise in wake of second Mozambique cyclone, ‘Complex’ emergency unfolding in Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado, warn UN agencies. The cyclone brought heavy winds and rains, affecting the provinces of Manica, Sofala, and Zambezia (the same provinces affected by Tropical Cyclone Idai in 2019). The eye of the storm passed over Beira before dawn on Saturday, having already brought heavy rains to Zambezia province and its capital, Quelimane. Mozambique expels British journalist covering insurgency Tom Bowker tweets that he has been banned from country for 10 years over alleged irregularities Published: 16 Feb 2021 Electric company EDM said it had turned off power as a precautionary measure after water got into a substation in Beira, local outlet Carta de Mocambique reported. In addition, the potential outbreak of waterborne diseases like diarrhoea and cholera is a major worry, especially among affected and displaced children. #CycloneEloiseIn Mozambique, over 163,000 people have been affected, including about 7,000 displaced, according to Government's preliminary data. He also called for more resources to fund response. Further flooding may arrive some days later as accumulated water flows down the Pungue and Buzi Rivers from Zimbabwe.”, In a more likely scenario, the IFRC expects 400,000 people to be affected as “torrential rains immediately flood low areas of Beira, Buzi, Nhamatanda, Chibabava and Sussundenga. Transport – Transport is a major struggle in LEDCs like Mozambique and the floods made that worse by wrecking 620 miles of roads and railways and also damaging vehicles, moreover this made rescuing, distributing food, drinks and aid even harder. Southern Africa – Tropical Cyclone Eloise Triggers Floods in Mozambique, Zimbabwe and South Africa 25 January, 2021 Disaster authorities report that 6 people have died in Mozambique after Tropical Cyclone Eloise made landfall in Sofala Province early on 23 January 2021. The cyclone lost force after making landfall but took out electricity and communications infrastructure in Beira, a city of roughly a half-million people, and surrounding areas. DescriptionMozambique flooding on January 30, 2021.jpg English:A false-color image showing the flooding brought by Cyclone Eloise. The Mozambican port city of Beira breathed a sigh of relief as Cyclone Eloise caused less damage than feared as it passed through, but the danger of flooding remained in a region still recovering from a devastating cyclone two years ago. Saturday, January 23rd 2021, 4:41 pm - The cyclone has caused widespread flooding, along with damage to one of the country's largest ports. Several roads and bridges are reported to have been damaged. Authorities say some victims are buried by the walls of their houses that collapsed and others have been washed away by floods while seeking for refuge. #CycloneEloise in Mozambique: 6 people died & 12 were injured 8,300 are displaced 8,800 houses destroyed, damaged or flooded 160 classrooms & … Vehicles submerged in flood waters in Beira, Mozambique Saturday, Jan. 23, 2021. Global Flood Map uses NASA satellite data to show the areas of the world under water and at risk for flooding if ocean levels rise. 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