Explosion Followed by Flooding Causes Chaos in Seychelles

A severe explosion at a warehouse containing explosive materials on Mahe Island, Seychelles—an archipelago country located in the Indian Ocean—damaged buildings in an area of 4 kilometers and injured many people. Following the explosion, heavy rains, floods, and landslides throughout the night led to the collapse of a house, resulting in the loss of three lives. The Presidency of the Seychelles announced a state of emergency due to these violent disasters. Only essential workers and travelers were allowed to move freely