The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has issued a flash flood risk alert for July 2025, warning that intensified rainfall could lead to flash flooding in several parts of the country.
By Anna Moses
The alert, shared alongside an infographic on NiMet’s official social media platforms, reinforces earlier projections from its Seasonal Climate Prediction, which called for heightened national preparedness in the face of expected weather-related disruptions during the rainy season.
According to NiMet, Sokoto State is among the areas at highest risk. Other states likely to experience flash flooding this month include Kaduna, Zamfara, Yobe, Bauchi, Bayelsa, Jigawa, Adamawa, Taraba, Niger, Nasarawa, Benue, Ogun, Ondo, Lagos, Delta, Edo, Cross River, Rivers, and Akwa Ibom.
In a statement, a NiMet spokesperson said the flash flood risk alert for July 2025 identifies states that are vulnerable to flooding events due to the onset of heavy rainfall, as projected in the agency’s Seasonal Climate Prediction.
To mitigate the impact and protect lives, the agency has issued several safety advisories. Residents are urged to clear drainage systems in their surroundings to allow for free water flow, avoid walking or driving through flooded areas where currents may appear mild but can be dangerous, and prepare emergency kits with essentials such as dry food, clean water, first aid supplies, flashlights, and power banks.
People living in low-lying or flood-prone areas are advised to move to higher ground if official evacuation notices are issued. Households are also advised to disconnect electricity and gas lines during flooding to reduce the risk of electrocution or fire outbreaks.
NiMet stated that it will continue to monitor weather conditions closely and provide timely updates to help communities stay safe throughout the rainy season.
