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Families find themselves homeless after storm in Caia, Sofala province
4:05 CAT | 15 Nov 2022
More than 200 houses were destroyed by gales in Caia district , Sofala province, central Mozambique, over the weekend.
Five schools, two health centres and eight places of worship were also destroyed .
According to Cremildo Cuna, technician at Caia District Planning and Infrastructure Services, rain accompanied by strong winds also knocked down electrical poles, causing a blackout which lasted for several hours.
Cuna said there were no casualties, and that the local government and partners were mobilising resources to support the families affected and repair damage to public infrastructure.
Cuna also urged the population to take precautions, as such hazards were to be expected over the rainy season.
Source: Rádio Moçambique
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