Cyclone Jude has made landfall in Mozambique, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake . The storm, packing winds of up to 140 kilometers per hour and gusts reaching 195 kilometers per hour , struck the coast of Nampula province, causing significant damage to homes and infrastructure . Initial reports indicate that areas from Mossuril to Monapo have been severely impacted .
Mozambican authorities estimate that approximately 341,000 people could be affected by the cyclone , while other reports suggest that as many as 780,000 people are at risk due to high winds and torrential rains . The storm is now moving westwards across northern Mozambique towards southern Malawi but is expected to weaken . However, about 13 districts in Malawi are still expected to experience effects of the storm . The arrival of Cyclone Jude has raised serious concerns for children, as flooding increases the risk of waterborne diseases .
The Mozambique Red Cross Society has activated its Early Action Protocol in response to the cyclone . Cyclone Jude is the third cyclone to hit northern Mozambique in four months; Cyclone Chido struck in December, causing at least 120 deaths and destroying approximately 120,000 homes . The previous cyclones affected around 736,000 people and destroyed public and private infrastructure . 
The full extent of the damage caused by Cyclone Jude is still being assessed, but it is clear that the storm has had a significant impact on Mozambique. With concerns for waterborne diseases and the widespread destruction of homes, the need for aid is significant. The people of Mozambique are facing yet another climate-related disaster, highlighting the vulnerability of the region to extreme weather events.
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