National Telescope national telescope newspaper
Promise Rotimi
The Federal Capital Territory Emergency Management Department (FCTEMD) has alerted Abuja residents to heavy rainfalls and potential floods between the 21st and 25th of July, 2024.
“Some locations in FCT are likely to witness heavy rainfall that may lead to flooding within the period of prediction vis 21st – 25th July 2024.
The locations include Mabushi District and Kurudu, a suburb in the Territory,” the agency stated.
This information was contained in a statement signed by FCTEMD’s Head of Public Affairs, Nkechi Isa, on Monday.
The warning was issued by the National Flood Early Warning Centre and the Federal Ministry of Environment.
According to the statement, the Acting Director-General of the FCTEMD, Mrs. Florence Wenegieme, has called on the Facility Maintenance and Management team in Mabushi District to ensure free flow of water in the event of heavy rainfalls.
“Mrs. Wenegieme has also urged the Abuja Environmental Protection Board to clear all blocked drainages and ensure the evacuation of waste in the district to mitigate the impact of flooding.”
Similarly, the Acting Director-General has called on the Satellite Towns Development Department to clear all blocked drainages in Kurudu and also evacuate solid waste dumped indiscriminately in the area.
Additionally, the Search and Rescue Team of the Department has been placed on alert in the event of possible flooding.
The Acting Director-General also appealed to residents in the FCT to always heed early warnings issued by the Department to ensure the safety of lives and property.
She urged residents to always use the 112 emergency toll-free number in the event of a disaster.
The alert aims to prepare residents and relevant authorities to take necessary precautions to prevent and minimise damage from potential flooding.
The FCTEMD emphasises the importance of community cooperation in keeping drainages clear and reporting any issues that could exacerbate flooding risks.
Residents are encouraged to stay informed about weather forecasts and to act swiftly in response to any emergency notifications.
