Port Louis underwater: Cyclone Belal brings flash flooding in Mauritius

Flash flooding in Mauritius as cyclone Belal continuing to impact Port Louis in Mauritius. On Monday, January 15th, 2024, Cyclone Belal unleashed chaos and widespread damage in Mauritius and Reunion Island. The cyclone resulted in severe flash flooding in Port Louis, Mauritius, where dozens of cars were carried away by the floodwaters, colliding with each other. Roads transformed into rivers, some of which suffered damage. Urgent calls for assistance were made as the situation became increasingly dire. Mauritius is expected to continue experiencing strong to storm-force winds along its southern coast, with a total rainfall projection of approximately 100 mm on the island. Meanwhile, Reunion anticipates a much higher total rainfall of around 600 mm, heightening the risk of further flooding and landslides. mauritius,port louis,mauritius flood,flood,flood in port louis,flooding in mauritius capital port louis,deadly floods hit mauritius capital port louis,flood mauritius,port louis mauritius,ma