Southern Africa Floods Kill Over 100, Threaten More Destruction
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Army helicopters rescued people from rooftops and hundreds were evacuated from a major game reserve. Torrential rains and flooding across three southern African nations have killed more than 100 people, authorities reported Friday.
The death toll in South Africa, Mozambique, and Zimbabwe follows weeks of heavy rain. Local weather services warn more destructive rain is likely on the way.
Hundreds of tourists and workers were evacuated from Kruger National Park, one of the world's largest game reserves. Rescue operations are ongoing as rivers overflow and infrastructure fails.
The regional disaster highlights the severe impact of the ongoing rainy season. Governments are urging residents in high-risk areas to seek higher ground immediately.