VOICED : Tens of thousands battle floods after Madagascar storms

Madagascar has been hit by two tropical storms in three weeks, resulting in 80 deaths and severe flooding affecting 180,000 people. The floods have caused health issues, with children and adults suffering from infections. Despite complaints, local authorities have not provided help. The government has appealed for international aid to rebuild infrastructure and prevent disease outbreaks. The World Food Program has offered some assistance, but recurring floods continue to cause misery and lead to diseases like plague and cholera. Madagascar is already battling a plague outbreak that has claimed 71 lives since September.

What are the main health issues faced by the children and adults after the tropical storms?

What actions did the residents take when they did not receive help from the district council?

How do the floods affect daily life for the residents of Madagascar?

What is the estimated cost for rebuilding infrastructure after the floods?

What infectious diseases have emerged as a result of the unsanitary conditions following the floods?