Tropical cyclones Judy and Kevin affected 80% of Vanuatu

Tropical cyclones Judy and Kevin affected 80% of Vanuatu

The passage of tropical cyclones Judy and Kevin over central-southern Vanuatu from February 28 to March 3, 2023, has caused widespread damage and devastation. According to the UN OCHA, 251 346 people, which is around 80% of the total population, have been affected by cyclones.

Red Alerts issued as Tropical Cyclone “Kevin” moves closer to Vanuatu

Red Alerts issued as Tropical Cyclone “Kevin” moves closer to Vanuatu

Tropical Cyclone “Kevin” formed on March 1, 2023, between Vanuatu and Caledonia, as the 5th named storm of the 2022/23 South Pacific cyclone season. A Red Alert is in effect for Vanuatu’s provinces of Sanma, Malampa, and Penama. The cyclone comes just a couple of days after Tropical Cyclone “Judy” damaged a number of buildings in Vanuatu, caused power outages, and closed schools.

Tropical Cyclone “Freddy” about to make landfall over Madagascar

Tropical Cyclone “Freddy” about to make landfall over Madagascar

Tropical Cyclone “Freddy” is expected to make landfall between 15:00 and 18:00 UTC on February 21, 2023, over the north of the province of Vatovavy-Fitovinany, Madagascar. After moving over Madagascar, bringing strong winds and heavy rains, the system will exit into the Mozambique Channel, re-intensify and then make landfall over Mozambique.