The Nigeria Meteorological Agency (NiMet) on Monday issued a flash flood alert, warning that 19 states across the country are at varying levels of risk of flash flooding this July due to the intensifying rainfall.
According to the agency’s Flash Flood Risk Alert for July 2025, Sokoto is classified as a high-risk state, while other states likely to be affected include Kaduna, Zamfara, Yobe, Bauchi, Bayelsa, Jigawa, Adamawa, Taraba, Niger, Nasarawa, Benue, Ogun, Ondo, Lagos, Delta, Edo, Cross River, Rivers, and Akwa Ibom.
NiMet advised residents in these areas to take proactive measures to reduce the potential impact of flooding. These include relocating from flood-prone areas, clearing blocked drainage systems, and preparing emergency kits.
The agency also recommended turning off electricity and gas during flood events and implementing measures to prevent mudslides, particularly in vulnerable terrains.
NiMet stressed the importance of adhering to these safety precautions to minimize the risks and damage associated with flash flooding.
