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Maryann ZAMORA
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Tropical Cyclone Freddy threatens lives in Madagascar

Antananarivo, Madagascar 20 February 2023 Even as critical relief operations continue following Tropical Storm Cheneso, Madagascar is bracing for a new Category 5 typhoon. According to Meteo Madagascar, Tropical Cyclone Freddy has winds gusts of up to 165 and is expected to bring damaging winds, flooding, storm-surge, and mudslides. Landfall in Madagascar is expected for Tuesday, 21 February. International emergency relief organisation, Medair, is closely monitoring the path of Tropical Cyclone Freddy while continuously providing aid for the storm-stricken families in Marondava and Maroansetra through access to clean and safe drinking water and emergency kits. “Based on our learning from…