cyclone

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The cyclone, which triggered floods and mudslides, caused an estimated $4.1 billion in damage, according to the World Bank.

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

Snell said this event “has certainly met bomb cyclone criteria perfectly,” adding the storm dropped 41 millibars in 24 hours between 7 a.m.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 23, 2026

Madagascar's new leader, Colonel Michael Randrianirina, called for "international solidarity", saying on Wednesday the cyclone had "ravaged up to 75 percent of Toamasina and surrounds".

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

At least 20 people have died after a powerful cyclone struck Madagascar, says the disaster authority in the Indian Ocean island.

From BBC • Feb. 11, 2026

Oscar’s hand is waving and dipping like a palm tree in a cyclone.

From "Before We Were Free" by Julia Alvarez