Tropical Cyclone Jude Strikes Mozambique, Causing Widespread Damage

Tropical Cyclone Jude hit Mozambique on March 10, 2025, causing severe flooding and strong winds, affecting thousands. Maximum winds reached 120 km/h with significant rainfall expected. The cyclone led to widespread power outages, school closures, and canceled flights, though no injuries or fatalities have been reported. Damage assessments are still underway.

On March 10, 2025, Tropical Cyclone Jude made landfall in the Mossuril district of Mozambique at approximately 06:00 local time. This cyclone marked the third significant weather event to impact the region within a three-month span, bringing intense flooding and damaging winds to the area.

With maximum sustained winds of 120 km/h (75 mph) and gusts reaching 195 km/h (120 mph), Tropical Cyclone Jude inflicted considerable damage across Mozambique. The powerful winds, in conjunction with heavy rainfall, resulted in widespread destruction, particularly affecting infrastructure and homes.

The cyclone caused significant disruption to electricity services, leaving around 40,000 households without power. Additionally, Mozambique Airlines canceled all domestic flights to northern cities, assuring passengers that arrangements would be made when conditions improved.

Forecasts predicted heavy rainfall of up to 200 mm (7.9 inches) within 24 hours post-landfall, particularly affecting coastal areas such as Nacala and Mozambique Island. Severe flooding was reported, damaging numerous homes and critical infrastructure, leading to the closure of all schools in the province as a precautionary measure.

As initial assessments are being conducted, no casualties or injuries have been reported. However, evaluations of the extent of damage caused by the cyclone continue as authorities work to address the impacts of this natural disaster.

Tropical Cyclone Jude has brought significant challenges to Mozambique, marked by severe flooding, strong winds, and disruptions to essential services. The immediate effects have been felt through property damage and loss of electricity, although thankfully, no injuries or fatalities have been reported as of yet. Evaluations of the cyclone’s impact are ongoing to determine the full scope of the disaster and necessary recovery measures.

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