FG warns of high flood in 15 states in seven days
The Federal Government has warned of a high riverine flood risk across 15 states, urging residents in vulnerable communities to relocate to safer ground. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-warns-of-high-flood-in-15-states-in-seven-days/
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency has issued a warning about a high risk of riverine flooding across 15 states of Nigeria, from September 19 to 25, 2026. This advisory, issued by the agency's Director-General and CEO, Arch Umar Mohammed, urges residents in vulnerable communities to relocate to safer, higher ground to avoid potential damage to schools, healthcare facilities, markets, farms and religious buildings.
The high riverine flood risk is expected to affect Imo, Cross River, and 13 other states, with communities on the floodplain advised to prepare to move to higher ground.
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