The United Nations announced the allocation of emergency humanitarian funding to Madagascar following widespread destruction caused by Tropical Cyclone Gezani. Relief officials reported significant damage to homes, infrastructure, and agricultural land, with thousands of residents affected across vulnerable coastal regions.
According to humanitarian coordinators, the storm triggered flooding and displacement, disrupting access to clean water, food supplies, and medical services. The newly released funds are intended to support immediate relief operations, including shelter provision, water sanitation efforts, and emergency healthcare assistance.
United Nations agencies are working alongside local authorities and international partners to assess needs and coordinate distribution of aid. Officials stressed the urgency of rapid intervention to prevent further deterioration of living conditions, particularly for children and vulnerable households.
Madagascar frequently faces severe weather events that strain limited resources and complicate development efforts. Climate related risks have intensified humanitarian challenges, prompting renewed appeals for sustained international support and resilience planning.
Relief coordinators emphasized that additional donor contributions will be essential to fully address recovery requirements and rebuild affected communities.
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