The Federal Government has rolled out Flood warning for several parts of the country in the next one week.
The warning which was contained in a Statement released by the Agency through the Flood Early Warning from the Central Hub in the Federal Ministry of the Environment in Abuja affects 14 States.
The warning is expected to serve as a platform for States and the Federal Government to operationalise measures put in place after the devastating floods of 2022 across the Country.
FLOOD PREDICTION
The following locations and environs may witness heavy rainfall that may lead to flooding from 4th July – 8th July, 2023
Plateau State: Langtang, Shendam
Kano State: Sumaila, Tudun wada
Sokoto State: Shagari, Goronyo, Silame
Delta State: Okwe
Kaduna State: Kachia
Akwa Ibom State: Upenekang
Adamawa State: Mubi, Demsa, Song, Mayo-belwa, Jimeta, Yola
Katsina State: Katsina, Jibia, Kaita, Bindawa
Kebbi State: Wara, Yelwa, Gwandu
Zamfara State: Shinkafi, Gummi
Borno State: Briyel
Jigawa State: Gwaram
Kwara State: Jebba
Niger State: Mashegu, Kontagora
Relevant stakeholders are advised to take precautionary measures to forestall loss of lives and property.
Note: Feedback from relevant stakeholders, State Government representatives on this platform for encouragement and record purposes will be highly appreciated.
Flood Early Warning System (FEWS) Central Hub ,
Federal Ministry of Environment , *Abuja
