The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has issued a cautionary alert, signaling that 19 states and 56 communities across Nigeria are at risk of experiencing flooding as a result of anticipated heavy rainfall during the upcoming month.
In an official statement released on Monday, Ibrahim Farinloye, the Lagos Territorial Coordinator for NEMA, emphasized the need for vigilance and preparedness in these vulnerable regions.
Mr. Farinloye highlighted the states and communities that are potentially in the path of the impending heavy rainfall and possible flooding:
– Delta State: Aboh
– Ekiti State: Ado Ekiti
– Ondo State: Akure, Idanre, Ifon, Iju Itaogbolu, Ogbese, Owo, Owena, Ondo
– Bauchi State: Jamaare, Misau, Azare, Itas, Kafin Madaki, Kari, Kirfi, Tafawa Balewa, Katagum
– Jigawa State: Hadejia, Miga
– Osun State: Ilesa, Oshogbo
– Kwara State: Kosubosu
– Zamfara State: Anka, Bungudu, Gusau
– Sokoto State: Goronyo
– Adamawa State: Numan, Shelleng
– Taraba State: Serti
– Benue State: Ito, Katsina-Alan, Vande-Ikya
– Imo State: Oguta, Orlu
– Abia State: Ugba
NEMA’s advisory underscores the critical importance of disaster preparedness, urging residents, local authorities, and relevant agencies to take proactive measures to mitigate the potential impact of heavy rainfall and flooding. The organization’s proactive stance aligns with its commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of communities vulnerable to natural disasters.
