Cyclone Garance Brings Destruction to French Island of La Reunion
The cyclone made landfall in the north of the Indian Ocean island, causing widespread damage and disruption. Cyclone Garance brought strong winds that blew away roofs, cut power, and left many residents without access to drinking water. The storm has also disrupted essential services and transportation.
- The devastation wrought by Cyclone Garance serves as a stark reminder of the ongoing threat posed by extreme weather events to island nations and communities, where resources may be stretched thin.
- How will the long-term recovery efforts from this disaster be supported by governments, NGOs, and local organizations in the face of climate change-induced frequency and intensity of such storms?