2,471 Cross River Communities at Risk as NiHSA Warns 15 States of Floods
Folalumi Alaran in Abuja No fewer than 2,471 communities in Cross River State are among areas exposed to possible flooding as the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NiHSA) warned of high
The Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency (NiHSA) has warned that 2,471 communities across Cross River State are at risk of flooding as high flood risk is anticipated across 15 states between September 19 and 25. The assessment identified 703 schools, 344 health facilities, 145 markets, 453 religious centers and 854 hectares of farmland in Cross River State within the flood exposure areas.
Nine river stations, including Obubra, Itigidi and Epento in Cross River, are at risk of riverine flooding. NiHSA Director-General and CEO Umar Mohammed urged residents in flood-prone communities to take necessary precautions, including moving essential items to higher ground and activating early-warning systems. Authorities were advised to pre-position relief materials and identify safe shelters for possible evacuation.
NiHSA emphasized the importance of adhering to flood warnings to minimize loss of life, property, and livelihoods.
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