The government of Madagascar says a powerful storm which battered the east coast of the island is now known to have killed at least seven people.
Cyclone Freddy brought torrential rain and strong winds, tearing roofs off houses.
The authorities say nearly 80,000 people have been affected by floods.
The storm is now heading towards Mozambique where it's expected to make landfall in the coming hours.
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