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12 May 2023
Responding

Cyclone Mocha has made landfall in the Bay of Bengal region, hitting Bangladesh and Myanmar.

 

Myanmar

Cyclone Mocha crossed the north of Sittwe (capital of Rakhine State) in Myanmar with a wind speed of 180-190km per hour, bringing with it heavy rains. The tropical rains has resulted in flooding in some low-lying areas.

Sadly, at least 3 people are known to have been killed as result of the cyclone so far, however reports are suggesting hundreds more may have been killed. Entire communities are taking shelter on higher grounds and other safer areas. Over a thousands people are known to have taken shelter is cyclone shelters constructed thanks to Islamic Relief supporters, Alhamdulillah.

As communication is currently limited, the exact extent of the impact is yet to be known. As an initial response in Myanmar, Islamic Relief is working with local partners to begin distributing dry food and emergency shelter to those affected.

By donating, you can help up scale up our response to support communities affected in Myanmar.

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Image: Communities taking shelter in Cyclone Shelters constructed by Islamic Relief in Myanmar

Bangladesh

The south-eastern coast of Bangladesh, including Cox’s Bazar, experienced tropical storm force winds. Despite fearing the worst for Cox’s Bazar, the world’s largest refugee camp – the impact of the storm was limited. There are reports of power cuts and damage to a number of shelters, however it’s expected that those affected will be supported by local government and ongoing existing humanitarian programmes.

There are no reports of any casualties from Bangladesh currently.

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