Is Cyclone Chido Bringing Relief or Terror to Zimbabwe? – Eduzim News

By A Correspondent

Tropical Cyclone Chido is expected to reach Zimbabwe on Monday, bringing with it torrential rains and strong winds that could cause significant disruption.

The cyclone is forecast to impact Matabeleland North, Matabeleland South, Masvingo, Midlands, and Harare provinces, with winds averaging 50 kilometres per hour and heavy rainfall that could result in destruction.

Nathan Nkomo, director of the Civil Protection Unit (CPU), reassured the public on Friday that authorities were well-prepared for the impending cyclone.

“Cyclone Chido will bring much-needed rain, but, unfortunately, cyclones cause disasters,” Nkomo said.

“The cabinet has already approved our disaster response budget. We need to be prepared for this cyclone, so evacuation points in areas vulnerable to it are being set up.”

Nkomo emphasized that the authorities were activating all systems and were on high alert in regions likely to be affected by the cyclone. “We are on high alert in all areas where the cyclone is expected to hit,” he added.

Cyclone Chido made landfall in Mozambique early on Sunday, bringing fierce winds and heavy rainfall. The cyclone struck approximately 40 kilometres south of the northern city of Pemba, causing significant damage and disrupting communication.

Aderito Aramuge, director of Mozambique’s National Institute of Meteorology, confirmed the intensity of the cyclone.

“The cyclone is already affecting Pemba with a very strong intensity. We were monitoring the situation but there has been no communication with Pemba since 7 am (0500 GMT),” Aramuge reported.

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