OCHA FLASH UPDATE #12
The floods and mudslides brought about by the Tropical Cyclone Freddy weather system since 12 March wreaked havoc on communities in southern Malawi, destroying lives, livelihoods and homes. At least 676 people have died and over 500 are still reported missing, according to authorities.
Nearly 883,000 houses were affected, forcing 659,278 people to leave their homes and shelter in 747 displacement sites including schools, churches, community facilities and other sites, according to the Government’s Department of Disaster Management Affairs
WFP UPDATE APRIL 17, 2023
