Macron Visits French Mayotte Hit By Topan Chido After Determining Extraordinary Natural Disaster Status

French President Emmanuel Macron visited the Mayotte who was severely affected by Typhoon Chido, Thursday, December 19.

Citing AFP, Thursday 19 December, Macron's arrival after France established an extraordinary natural disaster status for the Mayotte on Wednesday 18 December night.

Located near Madagascar off the southeastern African coast, the Mayotte is called France's poorest region.

Macron's visit this time was to see firsthand the damage caused by the strongest storm that hit the Mayotte over the past 90 years.

Macron landed at 10:10 a.m. local time. Participating in his visit were about 20 doctors, nurses, and civilian security personnel, and four tons of food and sanitation equipment.