Cyclone Freddy death toll jumps to over 1,000

Cyclone Freddy made landfall in Malawi and Mozambique on March 11, 2023.

The cyclone brought heavy rain and strong winds, causing widespread flooding and damage.

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The Malawian government has declared a state of emergency in the affected areas.

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The World Food Programme has warned that the cyclone could worsen the already dire food situation in Malawi.

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