The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has urged communities along the Hadejia river line in 12 local government areas of Jigawa to take safety measures against predicted flooding as the rainy season enters its peak period.
In a statement issued by the agency’s Public Relations Officer, Miss Sera Ogodo, the State Director, Malam Ahmad Tijjani Ibrahim, reminded the communities and the general public that the annual weather forecast indicates heavy rainfall in the coming week.
The agency urged citizens, especially those residing in lowland areas/communities, to be vigilant and heed safety measures provided by the authorities to mitigate the impacts of flood.
The statement noted that human activities have caused unprecedented climate change problems, including annual flood experiences, leading to displacement, loss of lives, and destruction of property.
The National Flood Early Warning Systems (FEWS) Centre of the Federal Ministry of Environment report on flood prediction indicates that heavy rainfall that may lead to flood disasters is likely to occur in Miga, Ringim, Hadejia, and Dutse.
There is also a report of potential failure of the Tiga Dam in Kano due to excessive rainfalls, which may affect several communities and towns in Jigawa State.
The agency emphasised the need for people to stay informed and be proactive to minimise the impacts of the flood. NOA will utilise all platforms to ensure citizens are informed and educated on how to minimise the impacts of the flood.
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