The National Flood Early Warning Systems (FEWS) Centre, housed within the Federal Ministry of Environment, has issued a flood prediction list for locations likely to experience heavy rainfall leading to flooding before July 20, 2024.
The list, titled “Flood Prediction 16th – 20th July 2024,” was sent to news outlets and urges relevant stakeholders and government representatives to take note of the warnings.
States at Risk of Flooding:
– Adamawa State
– Abia State
– Anambra State
– Akwa Ibom State
– Bauchi State
– Bayelsa State
– Borno State
– Cross River State
– Nasarawa State
– Federal Capital Territory (FCT)
– Jigawa State
– Kano State
– Kebbi State
– Katsina State
– Kwara State
– Niger State
– Plateau State
– Rivers State
– Sokoto State
– Taraba State
– Yobe State
– Zamfara State
The FEWS Centre advises residents and local authorities in these areas to prepare for potential flooding and take necessary precautions to mitigate risks.
