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March 15, 2023

Death Toll from Historic Cyclone Freddy Reaches 220 in Malawi, Mozambique and Madagascar
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In southeastern Africa, the death toll from Cyclone Freddy more than
doubled in one day, jumping to 220 Tuesday across Malawi, Mozambique and
Madagascar, with hundreds more injured and scores missing. Cyclone
Freddy is the longest-lasting tropical cyclone on record. Survivors in
Malawi, which suffered the highest death toll, described harrowing
scenes and heroic rescues.

Aaron Ntambo: "The child was stuck up to her head in mud. She was crying
for help. Even though the water was very strong, we managed to cross and
rescue her. It was very difficult, but we managed to pull her out."



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