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The Commandant, Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, Abia State Command, Akinsola Aderemi, has issued a public alert to residents in flood-prone areas of Abia State.
Recall that 2025 Annual Flood Outlook, AFO, report released by the Nigerian Hydrological Services Agency, NIHSA and Nigerian Meteorological Agency, NiMET, identified Aba North, Isiala Ngwa North, Isiala Ngwa South, Isuikwuato, Ukwa East, Ukwa West, Umuahia North, Umuahia South and Arochukwu LGAs of Abia State as high-risk areas for flooding.
A press statement issued to newsmen on Friday evening by the Public Relations Officer of the Command, ASC II Doreen Udugwu, urged the public to take necessary precautions and relocate ahead of an imminent flood predicted in some parts of the state.
According to the public alert, the Commandant referred to reports from the Nigeria Hydrological Service Agency (NIHSA) and the Nigeria Meteorological Agency, which predict significant flooding starting in August.
NSCDC said in line with it’s core mandate to respond to natural disasters, the command has proactively mobilized its Disaster Management Unit, to liaise with the Area Commanders and Divisional Officers to conduct sensitization campaigns across the 17 local government areas, aimed at educating communities on flood risks and preparedness measures.
The statement quoted the Commandant to have reiterated the Command’s commitment to ensuring the safety and security of all Abia residents, assuring the public of their dedication to duty and unrelenting effort of officers to protect lives and property during the period.
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