Rose Oranye
Anambra State Government has urged residents to prepare for
possible flooding after the Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMet, identified
the state among areas likely to record above-normal flooding this year.
The warning is linked partly to Anambra’s location within
the delta belt, which leaves parts of the state exposed to flooding during
periods of heavy or prolonged rainfall.
Through the Ministries of Information and Value Reformation
and Environment, the government said it was taking proactive steps to reduce
the possible impact and protect lives and property.
Officials, however, said residents also have an important
role to play, urging Ndi Anambra to remain vigilant and take NiMet’s forecast
seriously throughout the rainy season.
The government advised people to avoid unnecessary travel
during heavy downpours, whether on foot or by vehicle, as severe rainfall can
create dangerous conditions and make movement difficult.
Residents in flood-prone locations were also advised to take
appropriate precautions, including relocating where necessary if rising water
threatens their homes, families or personal safety.
The authorities further urged residents to seek assistance
promptly during emergencies rather than waiting for conditions to deteriorate,
stressing the need for both individual caution and community cooperation.
The state government said its response was designed to
anticipate the possible effects of flooding rather than wait until communities
were already facing serious disruption or danger from rising water.
It reiterated its commitment to safeguarding lives and
property across Anambra while calling for maximum public cooperation,
particularly from residents in areas vulnerable to flooding during the rainy
season.
The advisory comes as residents are being encouraged to
treat severe weather warnings as practical safety information, with early
action potentially helping families avoid unnecessary exposure when heavy
rainfall occurs.
Government officials said continued vigilance would remain
important throughout the rainy season, urging residents to respond responsibly
to changing weather conditions and seek help quickly whenever emergencies
arise.
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