The wife of the Governor of Anambra State Mrs Nonye Soludo has advised those living in flood prone areas of the State to prepare to move to higher grounds following predictions of heavy flooding this year.
Mrs Soludo who made the call in Awka, explained that the early flood notice which is contained in a February Annual Flood Outlook for 2023, released by the Nigerian Meteorological Agency, provides enough time to plan in order to minimize the losses that come with the natural disaster.
The governor’s wife also disclosed that the state government has already started making containment plans ahead of the incident, including collaborating with the federal government, local authorities and global partners.
She also assured that the State government is prioritizing the safety of women, children and the aged and putting in place necessary measures towards containing any health, economic or social emergencies that could arise as a result of the flooding .
While asking those residing in flood-prone communities in Anambra State to prepare to move to the upland, or designated holding facilities, Dr Soludo said that waiting for the flood to happen before preparing for safety could be risky.
She urged leadership of various communities, churches and well-meaning individuals, to assist those who will need help at the time.
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