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A poignant story emerged from the experience of 73-year-old Ali Modu, who lived in one of these precarious dwellings. His daughter, Ali Aanati, recalled the harrowing moment when their home collapsed around them. Trapped under the bed with her children, she witnessed her father being struck by debris. Their harrowing experience highlights the fragility of life and shelter in the wake of such natural disasters.
A Community in Desperation
The imagery of destruction is pervasive; across the island, the remnants of homes lie in ruins. While some displaced individuals have found refuge in designated shelters, many others are left to fend for themselves, either improvising makeshift accommodations or sleeping outdoors under the open sky.