MOZAMBIQUE: "We keep going round until everyone knows a cyclone is coming"

CHIGUIDELE Friday, October 17, 2008 (IRIN) - Mozambique is struck by devastating floods and cyclones almost every year, but investments in preparedness, early warning and communication at community level are saving lives. With the start of "cyclone season" only a month away, Arlinda Cunah, 34, who lives in the village of Chilembende, runs through the emergency drill with community volunteers. "When there are cyclones I listen to the radio and wait for news. First I listen alone, and if there...