NEMA Issues Flood Warning For Benue, Kogi, And Neighboring States

NEMA Issues Flood Warning For Benue, Kogi, And Neighboring States

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has issued a red alert for states in Nigeria’s North Central and Southern regions due to the potential for severe flooding. This warning comes in response to rising water levels in the Niger and Benue rivers and recent flooding that has already impacted several communities……CONTINUE READING 

In a statement titled “Flood Alert: States in Central and Southern Nigeria to Prepare,” NEMA’s Head of Press Unit, Manzo Ezekiel, highlighted the states most at risk in the coming weeks: Benue, Kogi, Anambra, Delta, Imo, Rivers, and Bayelsa.

NEMA is advising these states, along with local governments and communities, to take immediate action to prevent flood damage. Recommended measures include clearing blocked drainage systems, building temporary flood barriers, and relocating from flood-prone areas to higher ground.

The statement emphasizes the need for proactive steps to reduce loss of life, displacement, and property damage. It also advises communities to stay updated with weather forecasts and flood warnings from the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) and the Hydrological Services Agency (NIHSA). Residents are urged to avoid crossing flooded areas, relocate from at-risk zones, and cooperate with local emergency services.

NEMA’s Director-General, Mrs. Zubaida Umar, underscored the importance of early action and community vigilance. She urged residents in vulnerable areas to follow the warnings and take preventive measures to protect lives and property. “Preparedness is essential to mitigating the impact of flooding,” she said.