Cyclone Chido has barreled through Mayotte, leaving at least 11 people dead, and authorities fear this figure will climb. Madagascar and the Comoros were also affected by the storm, which is the worst to hit Mayotte in nearly a century.

The islands of Comoros, Madagascar and Mayotte in the Indian Ocean are bracing for Cyclone Chido as it makes its way toward Africa’s east coast.

Following are some facts about the French overseas territory of Mayotte, devastated by Cyclone Chido this weekend. GEOGRAPHY Mayotte is a French territory located off the southeastern shores of Africa.