Death toll from heavy rains in Madagascar rises to 22


ANTANANARIVO, Feb. 24 (Xinhua) -- The death toll from the heavy rains that have hit Madagascar since Feb. 14 rose to 22, according to the latest report from the National Office for Risk and Disaster Management (BNGRC) released on Monday.

These deaths occurred in six regions, mainly as a result of drowning and house collapses, said the report, adding that three other people were injured.

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