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At least 14 killed as Cyclone Chido batters France's Mayotte

This photo provided by NGO Medecins du Monde on 15 Dec. 2024 shows a devastated hill on the French territory of Mayotte in the Indian Ocean, after Cyclone Chido caused extensive damage with reports of several fatalities. AP

At least 14 people were killed Saturday as fierce winds from Cyclone Chido lashed French Indian Ocean territory Mayotte, with authorities warning of severe damage and residents fearing the worst.

The confirmed deaths came on Petite-Terre, the smaller of Mayotte's two major islands, a security source told AFP.

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