70 dead as torrential rains continue to flood Mozambique

Torrential rains in Mozambique have killed an estimated 70 people, and left approximately 150,000 displaced.

People are fleeing the most badly affected areas, and seeking shelter, others remain on the roofs of their homes.

Preliminary information indicates at least $15 million will be needed for the relief operation. The United Nations warned that the amount is expected to go up as assessment teams release more information.

In 2000, the southern African nation suffered devastating floods that killed at least 700 people and displaced millions. (NewsPoint)