Flooding in Madagascar kills 14, displaces over 20000

Antananarivo: Flooding in Madagascar’s capital Antananarivo killed 14 people and forced more than 21,000 from their homes on Friday (February 28).

Some of those affected have abandoned their homes and moved to higher ground because they are worried their houses won’t be strong enough to survive the rising waters.

People tried to leave flooded areas in wooden canoes and speedboats were provided to help residents flee to safety.

United Nations Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA), in collaboration with government officials and the Red Cross, helped those who fled their homes.

Antananarivo has had heavy rain for two weeks.

It is feared more rain in the coming days could inflict further damage and cause more deaths in the area.

Last month, Cyclone Chedza killed 80 people across the island.

(Ventuno)