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Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, has urged residents of Edo State, particularly those living in low-lying and flood-prone communities, to relocate to safer locations as predictions warn of intensified flooding in the coming months.<\/p>\n

This advisory was issued on Thursday by the Edo State Commandant of the NSCDC, Mr Gbenga Agun, through a statement signed by the command\u2019s spokesperson, Efosa Ogbebor, in Benin City.<\/p>\n

The warning follows recent forecasts from the Nigeria Hydrological Services Agency, NIHSA, which indicate that heavy rainfall and flooding are likely to persist through September and possibly extend into October.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are appealing to residents in vulnerable areas to act now by relocating to safer grounds. Early action is critical to prevent loss of lives and property,\u201d Agun stated.<\/p>\n

He described the alert as a proactive measure aimed at reducing the potential impact of the seasonal disaster, stressing that increased rainfall observed in July has heightened the risk of flooding.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe volume and frequency of rainfall this July have made it clear that urgent sensitisation is needed. Communities at risk must be adequately informed,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n

NSCDC has activated its Disaster Management Unit and directed divisional officers in high-risk regions, including Agenebode, Udaba, Anegbete, Ukpeko, Illushi, and Oji, to commence immediate public awareness campaigns.<\/p>\n

Officers of the corps have been tasked with educating residents on flood preparedness, safe evacuation procedures, and measures to reduce losses during emergencies.<\/p>\n

Commandant Agun called on community leaders, local government authorities, and traditional institutions to collaborate with the corps in spreading safety information and assisting in emergency readiness.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are committed to working closely with all stakeholders to ensure no community is caught off guard,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

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