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April 2023
The Daily News
CINDY HITS TYDESTOWE
Yesterday one of the strongest hurricanes of the last 20 years hit our neighbouring town, Tydestowe. Cindy caused major damage, leaving people homeless and injured.
The local authorities asked people to evacuate the town a couple of days before, but most people decided to stay and protect their homes. Cindy, a category three hurricane, struck the towns south of Tydestowe first. The hurricane brought strong winds, heavy storms and rain which quickly moved on to Tydestowe.
The local authorities weren't able to unblock the drainage system in time and, as a result, the town flooded.
The floods damaged hundreds of homes and destroyed roads. So far, rescue teams across the country have saved many people from the floodwater, rescued people that got trapped in their homes, and even helped to move farm animals to places where they will be safe. «We're doing everything we can», said one rescue worker. «But we're facing a very difficult and challenging situation. I have never seen anything like it».
Unfortunately, it may be a while before it will be possible for communities to return home again. Experts warn that the situation could get worse if storms continue. Until then, authorities are giving people who left their homes, food and clothing.