Muslim Villager Recounts Arakan Army’s Heroic Rescue During Cyclone Mocha in Rathedaung

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A Muslim survivor from Nyaung Pin Gyi village in Rathedaung Township, Rakhine State, has shared a gripping account of survival during Cyclone Mocha, praising the United League of Arakan/Arakan Army (ULA/AA) for their life-saving intervention.

On May 14, Cyclone Mocha struck with ferocious winds, torrential rain, and a destructive high tide around noon. As the storm intensified, many villagers fled their homes, seeking safety on higher ground, while others remained, hoping to endure the tempest. The cyclone’s devastating toll left approximately 20 confirmed fatalities, with their bodies recovered, and an additional 10 individuals still unaccounted for, according to the survivor.

In the midst of the chaos, as villagers struggled through floodwaters and relentless winds, they encountered AA forces. The group acted swiftly, carrying elderly residents and children to safety on their shoulders. Despite sustaining injuries to their hands and bodies, the AA members pressed on, navigating treacherous conditions to rescue those in peril.

“Without the Arakan Army, we could have lost over 200 lives,” the survivor said. “When the heavy rain left us unable to move, they carried us to safety. We are alive because of them.”

The Muslim community of Nyaung Pin Gyi expressed profound gratitude for the AA’s bravery and compassion during this catastrophic event. The survivor highlighted the ULA/AA’s broader efforts to foster integration, noting their commitment to supporting and protecting the Muslim community in Rakhine State, which has strengthened trust and cooperation between the groups in the region.


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