THREE people have been confirmed dead and more than 1,415 households displaced following devastating flash floods that swept through Adamawa State earlier this week, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) said on Thursday.
News Point Nigeria reports that the floods, triggered by a torrential downpour on Tuesday, submerged homes, destroyed farmlands, and damaged critical infrastructure across Yola North and Yola South Local Government Areas.
The incident has left a trail of destruction, with at least 40 persons reported injured and entire communities struggling to recover.
In a statement, NEMA said its Yola Operations Office, working alongside the Adamawa State Emergency Management Agency (ADSEMA) and other disaster response partners, carried out a rapid assessment of the situation.
The assessment revealed that 13 communities were badly affected, resulting in mass displacement and significant economic losses.
“Displaced families are currently being sheltered within host communities, while some have been relocated to the flood resettlement camp in Girei,” NEMA disclosed.
The agency further identified urgent humanitarian needs, including food supplies, temporary shelter, medical assistance, and access to clean water, for the victims.
Farmlands in the affected areas have been washed away, threatening food security and livelihoods, while several roads and drainage systems remain submerged, disrupting movement and economic activities.
NEMA also issued a strong advisory to residents living in flood-prone zones, urging them to stay vigilant and heed early warning alerts as heavy rains are expected to continue in the coming weeks.
“We are working with ADSEMA, local emergency committees, and humanitarian partners to cushion the impact of this disaster and ensure timely assistance to affected populations,” the agency assured.
The Adamawa State government is also expected to launch additional interventions in the coming days, focusing on rebuilding damaged infrastructure, supporting displaced families, and strengthening early warning systems to prevent future tragedies.
