Yemeni Red Crescent: situation in Mahra is tragic due to severe Cyclone Tej

MAHRA, Oct. 24 (YPA) – The Yemeni Red Crescent in Mahra Governorate said on Monday evening that its emergency teams were unable to reach those affected by Cyclone Tej in several districts due to heavy torrential rains.

“Today, the situation in Mahra is tragic due to severe Cyclone Tej,”  the Yemeni Red Crescent said in a statment .

The Red Crescent appealed to international organizations to quickly intervene and send planes to rescue those stranded in the province.

Since Monday morning, Mahra governorate has been witnessing heavy rains accompanied by strong winds as a result of the effects of Cyclone Tej.

According to local sources, there are many residents who are trapped in the city of Al-Ghaydah, especially in Al-Abri, Hafat, Al-Sadah , and Mahifif as well as other areas.

The torrential rains caused massive damage to citizens’ homes. The city’s communications and electricity networks, as well as large areas of land were cut off due to torrential rains.

On Sunday, the emergency committee called on all citizens to evacuate their areas and go to the shelters set by the committee.

E.M