SEMA: Three killed, properties worth N900m destroyed by flood in Bauchi

Abubakar Gabarin, head of operations, Bauchi State Emergency Management Agency (BASEMA), says flood has killed three people, and destroyed properties with N900 million in the state in 2021.

In an interview with NAN on Monday, Gabarin said flood has affected many communities across 17 LGAs and destroyed 2,062 houses and 6,000 farmlands.

Bauchi has been experiencing heavy rainfall in recent times.

TheCable had earlier reported how 20 hours of rain in the state on August 10 killed persons and destroyed farmlands.

Gabarin listed the affected LGAs to include Alkaleri, Kirfi, Jammare, Bauchi, Ningi, Zaki, Giade, Itas/Gadau, Gamawa, Shira, Darazo, Dambam, Bogoro, Katagum, Dass and Warji.

“This year, by our records, we have recorded three deaths and 24 injured persons, as well as destruction of 2,062 households and 6,000 farmlands,” Gabarin said.

According to him, the residents whose households were washed away by flood are now taking refuge in neighbouring communities.

He added that the agency will continue to sensitise the public on the dangers of flooding, adding that it is collaborating with other agencies on measures to address flooding in the state.