Hundreds feared dead after Cyclone Chido strikes Mayotte island

The death toll from Cyclone Chido, which devastated the French Indian Ocean territory of Mayotte, is estimated to be in the hundreds. The cyclone, which was the strongest to hit the islands in over 90 years, brought wind speeds of over 225km/h, causing widespread destruction and leaving many without access to basic necessities such as water. According to various reports, the death toll could range from several hundred to several thousand people, with one prefect estimating that it could be as high as a thousand. The exact number of victims is likely to be difficult to determine due to the extent of the damage and the challenges faced by rescuers in reaching the affected areas.