A severe hailstorm that hits Masvingo on Monday damages homes, vehicles and other property, with some families seeking temporary shelter. Reports describe roofs being blown off and damage to windows and household infrastructure. Officials also say public and community assets are affected, including utilities and institutions.
Several outlets report that President Emmerson Mnangagwa declares a state of disaster for Masvingo Province in response to the destruction. While figures vary by timing and assessment stage, New Zimbabwe and Zimbabwe Independent cite large-scale impact, including about 8,500 households losing roofs. Another report says at least 60 households are initially counted among those affected by the storm. The differing numbers reflect preliminary damage assessments versus later, broader estimates, but all coverage agrees the hailstorm leaves widespread damage across residential areas and infrastructure.
