The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) has confirmed that at least three people have died and more than 1,415 households affected by flash floods in Adamawa State.
The disaster followed heavy rainfall on Tuesday, which submerged several communities across Yola North and Yola South Local Government Areas.
According to a statement released by NEMA on Thursday, a joint rapid assessment carried out with the Adamawa State Emergency Management Agency (ADSEMA) and other partners revealed that 13 communities were hit by the flooding.
The agency said more than 40 people sustained varying degrees of injury, while farmlands, homes, and critical infrastructure were destroyed, leaving families displaced and livelihoods disrupted.
“Displaced families are currently being sheltered within host communities, while some have been relocated to flood resettlement camp in Girei,” NEMA said. “Urgent humanitarian needs identified include food, shelter, medical support, and clean water.”
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NEMA urged residents living in flood-prone areas to remain vigilant and comply with early warning advisories as the rainy season reaches its peak.
It also pledged to continue working with ADSEMA, local emergency committees, and humanitarian partners to provide relief assistance.
The fresh incident adds to a growing list of flood disasters in the state. In July, torrential rains claimed at least 25 lives and displaced more than 5,500 residents in Yola and neighbouring communities.