Impact of Tropical Cyclone Dikeledi on Nampula, Mozambique

Tropical Cyclone Dikeledi made landfall in Nampula, Mozambique, on January 13, 2025, with winds up to 180 km/h. Around 70,423 individuals were affected, with significant destruction to homes and infrastructure. The cyclone displaced thousands and led to urgent needs for shelter, non-food items, and basic necessities. Damage assessments are ongoing.

On January 13, 2025, Tropical Cyclone Dikeledi struck Nampula province in Mozambique, causing widespread destruction. The cyclone made landfall, moving through Ilha de Moçambique, Monapo, Mogincual, Liupo, Angoche, and Larde before exiting the coastline. It brought sustained winds reaching 150 km/h and gusts of up to 180 km/h, alongside heavy rainfall surpassing 200 mm within 24 hours.

As of January 16, 2025, the Initial Rapid Assessment (IRA) conducted by the Displacement Tracking Matrix (DTM) in partnership with Mozambique’s National Institute for Disaster Management (INGD) reported that approximately 70,423 people across 15,123 households had been impacted. Notably, about 11,267 individuals within this population were found to have various disabilities, including physical and psychosocial impairments. Moreover, the cyclone resulted in the partial destruction of 9,257 homes and completely destroyed 5,867 others.

Tropical cyclones are severe weather events characterized by strong winds, heavy rains, and the potential for significant impact on communities. Mozambique is often affected by such natural disasters due to its geographical location, leading to repeated instances of widespread damage. The need for immediate disaster response and recovery efforts is crucial in the aftermath of such events to aid affected populations.

The impact of Tropical Cyclone Dikeledi on Nampula province has been considerable, with thousands of individuals left affected and displaced. Immediate assistance is required to address urgent shelter needs and provide essential non-food items, water, sanitation, and food security support. Ongoing assessments are critical to understanding the full scope of damage and determining further humanitarian responses.

Original Source: reliefweb.int