News|WeatherCyclone Gezani kills four in Mozambique as Madagascar assesses damagePowerful storm batters Mozambique’s Inhambane a day after killing at least 41 people in Madagascar.

Cyclone Gezani has impacted Mozambique's southern coastal province of Inhambane, resulting in the deaths of at least four individuals, as confirmed by officials.

The cyclone's arrival in Mozambique followed its passage through Madagascar, where it caused the deaths of at least 41 individuals and significant destruction.

Meteorologists have reported that the cyclone struck Inhambane with wind speeds reaching up to 215 km/h (134 mph). This has led to the uprooting of trees and downed power lines, affecting more than 13,000 residents' electricity supply, according to the national electric company.

Additionally, water services were disrupted in several districts within the city of Inhambane, which has a population of approximately 100,000 people.

Previously, Mozambique has experienced frequent weather-related disasters, which have been reportedly intensified by climate change. The nation is in the recovery phase from recent severe flooding that impacted over 700,000 people and damaged more than 170,000 homes.

In Madagascar, the government declared a national emergency in response to the cyclone, which caused an estimated $142 million in damages. Reports indicate that at least 427 individuals were injured, and around 16,300 were displaced.

The cyclone's eye passed over Toamasina, Madagascar's second-largest city, devastating approximately 75% of the area, which has a population of 400,000.

The World Food Programme (WFP) has reported extensive damage, with 80% of Toamasina affected. The city currently operates on approximately 5% electricity, and water services are unavailable. The WFP's offices and one of its warehouses were also severely damaged.

Based on reporting by Al Jazeera.