Tropical cyclone AVA, Madagascar (2018-01-06)

Activation time (UTC): 2018-01-06 18:12:00

Event time (UTC): 2018-01-05 07:24:00

Event type: Storm (Tropical cyclone, hurricane, typhoon)



Activation reason:

Tropical Cyclone AVA made landfall on the north-east coast of Madagascar on 5 January, moving south and west over the course 6 January, causing heavy rainfall and strong winds. Flooding, interruptions to communications networks and power cuts have been reported in the north, north-east and eastern area of the country.



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