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Weather Alert
Tropical Cyclone Batsirai
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February 3, 2022

Weather Radar
Tropical Cyclone Batsirai is passing north of the islands of Mauritius and Reunion

Event: As of  Thursday, Tropical Cyclone Batsirai is passing north of the islands of Mauritius and Reunion and will likely track toward the west-southwest over the next several days. Batsirai could gain strength and may become classified as an intense tropical cyclone and the equivalent of a major Category 4 hurricane before making landfall south of Tamatave.  Batsirai is expected to impact Madagascar and Antananarivo this weekend with heavy rain and strong winds, which may cause flooding and landslides, as well as power and water outages.  Windy.com is a good resource for the storm’s progress. 

U.S. government personnel are advised to take the following precautions: reconsider travel and stay home; stock sufficient supplies of emergency drinking water, food, and fuel; fill bathtubs with water; keep flashlights, cell phones, and other electronic devices fully charged; secure windows and loose items on the exterior of homes and yards, including patio furniture and other items susceptible to high winds.  

The Embassy remains on maximum telework due to the COVID-19 conditions in country. 

Actions to Take:    

  • Monitor local media for updates. 
  • Notify family and friends of your safety. 
  • Be aware of your surroundings.    
  • Seek secure shelter. 
  • Anticipate and prepare for possible disruptions to electricity and water supply.  

      Assistance:   

  • Embassy Antananarivo, Madagascar 
    (+261) 20 23 480 00 
    (+261) 20 23 480 00 (after hours) 
    Lot 207 A – Andranoro – Antehiroka 
    105 Antananarivo – Madagascar 
    antanACS@state.gov
    State Department—Consular Affairs: 888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444 
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