Cyclone Hidaya, which weakened before reaching Tanzania’s shores over the weekend, resulted in the deaths of three individuals and the rescue of more than 100 others.
Despite the cyclone’s decreased velocity as it approached the Tanzanian coastline, it still brought torrential rains and powerful winds to the southern regions of the country on Saturday.
Reports indicate that over 20 sailors from Tanzania and Zanzibar were rescued after their vessels drifted into Kenyan waters. Unfortunately, one sailor lost his life when his boat was hit by massive waves.
An additional 80 individuals were rescued from Kilwa Island in Tanzania.
The cyclone also triggered a widespread power outage across Tanzania on Saturday, while ferry services between Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar were halted as a precautionary measure.
Images shared on social media depicted severe damage caused by the cyclone, including destroyed homes and toppled trees.
Neighboring Kenya remains on high alert following the disaster.