Warning of Heavy Rain: Confusion and Chaos in Crisis Management

Yesterday left a bitter taste for many Mauritians, caught between fluctuating weather advisories and disputed government decisions. The rain poured heavily, bringing with it a new wave of frustration.

Yesterday, Mauritians woke up to a heavy rain warning issued at 4:15 AM by the Vacoas meteorological station, which evolved by 8 AM into a warning for torrential rains. The consequences were ...