Tropical Storm Jude: A Flash Update on Mozambique’s Crisis Response
Tropical Cyclone Jude made landfall in Mozambique on March 10, bringing dangerous winds and significant rainfall. Approximately 780,000 individuals are at high risk in Nampula and Zambezia provinces. Early response actions have commenced, but humanitarian resources are stretched thin due to previous cyclone impacts and ongoing health crises.
On March 10, 2025, Tropical Cyclone Jude made landfall in the Mossuril district of Nampula province, exhibiting maximum sustained winds of 140 km/h and gusts reaching 195 km/h. The cyclone poses significant risk, with approximately 780,000 individuals in Nampula and Zambezia provinces facing high risk from intense winds and heavy rainfall, as indicated by the National Institute for Disaster Risk Management (INGD). Additionally, flood alerts have been issued for major rivers in Nampula province by the Hydrological Department.
In summary, Tropical Cyclone Jude has exacerbated the humanitarian crisis in Mozambique, impacting thousands and interacting with existing challenges from previous cyclones and health emergencies. Emergency preparedness efforts have been activated, yet funding remains alarmingly low. With continued risks of flooding and cholera outbreaks, immediate international support is crucial to aid affected populations and improve response capabilities.
Original Source: www.unocha.org
