Disaster description
A low-pressure weather system that formed in the south-west Indian Ocean on 14 January has evolved into a moderate tropical storm, named Eloise, and is expected to make landfall in north-eastern Madagascar between 19 and 20 January, according to different weather services. The storm, which is currently about 700 km from the coast of Madagascar, continues to strengthen and could hit the country between Antalaha and Tamatave, potentially as a severe tropical storm, according to the Global Disaster Alert Coordination System. (OCHA, 18 Jan 2021)
In Madagascar, more than 1,000 people have been directly affected, at least one died, and more than 50 houses were destroyed, as Tropical Storm Eloise passed through Antalaha, Maroantsetra, Vavatenina and Toamasina districts. (OCHA, 20 Jan 2021)
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Southern Africa – Tropical Storm Eloise Flash Update No.1, As of 18 January 2021
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HIGHLIGHTS
• A new weather system has formed in the south-west Indian Ocean and intensified into a moderate tropical storm, named Eloise, today.
• Tropical Storm Eloise is expected to make landfall in northern Madagascar around 19 to 20 January, bringing heavy rains and flooding.
• Although the storm will probably lose intensity while crossing Madagascar, it may regain strength after reaching the Mozambique Channel.
• Early predictions indicate that Tropical Storm Eloise will likely move towards central Mozambique, making landfall between 23 and 24 January.
SITUATION OVERVIEW
A low-pressure weather system that formed in the south-west Indian Ocean on 14 January has evolved into a moderate tropical storm, named Eloise, and is expected to make landfall in north-eastern Madagascar between 19 and 20 January, according to different weather services. The storm, which is currently about