Tragedy in Mokwa: Nigeria's flood leaves 151 dead, thousands homeless
As a result of the flood in Nigeria, at least 151 people have died, and over 3,000 have had to flee their homes. The natural disaster hit Nigeria on Wednesday. Overnight, dozens of buildings were swept away by the rushing water in the city of Mokwa.
What you need to know
- The disaster happened in the city of Mokwa, about 310 kilometres west of Nigeria's capital, Abuja.
- The floods have caused the death of at least 151 people.
- Due to the heavy rainfall, at least 500 households were affected by flooding. The water entered the city overnight, sweeping away parts of the buildings.
As a result of the heavy rainfall that hit the city of Mokwa in Nigeria, tragic floods have occurred.
The death toll has already reached 151 people, and this tragic number is still rising. Services are searching the flooded areas.
The drama of thousands of Mokwa residents: Destroyed homes and farms
The floods in Mokwa have caused massive destruction. Over 3,000 people were forced to leave their homes, and many households have been completely submerged in water.
According to local media, two bridges have also been destroyed, and over 260 homes are uninhabitable.
Due to the high water levels, reaching even the rooftops, the evacuation of residents was difficult.
Race against time
Rescue services are working intensively to assist those affected. As they emphasize, the situation is complex, and the priority is to provide shelter and basic needs for the displaced residents.
The situation in Mokwa is not yet under control, and local authorities are seeking international assistance.
The media note that floods often occur during the rainy season in Nigeria, which begins in April.
