AGS NEWS – Tragedy struck in the town of Mogincual, Nampula province in Mozambique as four individuals lost their lives and three others sustained injuries from lightning strikes.

Meanwhile, the nation is on high alert as Storm Filipo approaches, prompting warnings for severe thunderstorms in the southern and central provinces.

Filipo has already made landfall and poses a potential threat as it may intensify into a severe tropical storm before dissipating over the sea.

ALSO READ: Osimhen and Iheanacho to sit out super eagles’ friendly against Mozambique

With increased rainfall already recorded, concerns about mudslides are mounting. Mozambique’s National Institute of Meteorology (Inam) is cautioning boats and vessels to take necessary precautions.

Mozambique frequently grapples with natural disasters, particularly during the rainy and cyclone season spanning from October to April.