Cyclone Gezani killed at least 36 people, injured more than 370 and destroyed almost 18,000 homes in a 24-hour spell of destruction across Madagascar, authorities said Thursday. Madagascar's president has declared a national disaster and made a plea for international leaders to help the largely poor Indian Ocean

Tropical Cyclone Gezani collapsed houses in Madagascar's main port city and left at least 31 people dead as it crossed the Indian Ocean island with high winds and rain, authorities said Wednesday.

Tropical Cyclone Gezani shredded homes and buildings on the Indian Ocean Island Tuesday.