The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has launched a public awareness campaign in vulnerable communities in Adamawa State following early warning forecasts for the 2026 rainy season.
The initiative, carried out in partnership with the Nigeria Red Cross Society, is part of intensified efforts to reduce the impact of possible flooding in the state.
The NSCDC said the campaign targets communities identified as being at high risk of flooding after the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) predicted increased rainfall and possible flood incidents in parts of the country.
A statement by the NSCDC Adamawa State Command said the exercise was conducted under the leadership of the state commandant, Nasiru Saleh, as part of efforts to strengthen disaster preparedness and protect lives and property.
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Officials visited Boromji, Damare/Hayin Gada, Jambutu, Unguwa Tana, Bakin Kogi and Viniklang/Unguwa Kabawa, where residents received practical guidance on flood safety and emergency preparedness.
The NSCDC advised community members to pay close attention to official weather forecasts and relocate to safer areas whenever there is a high risk of flooding.
It also urged residents to avoid driving or walking through floodwaters, protect drinking water from contamination and maintain proper environmental sanitation to reduce the spread of disease.
Health and Economic Consequences of Flooding
The campaign highlighted the health and economic consequences of flooding, including outbreaks of water-borne diseases, destruction of homes and farms, displacement of families and damage to public infrastructure.
It further encouraged communities to keep drainage channels free of refuse, desist from indiscriminate waste disposal and comply with evacuation directives issued by emergency management authorities.
The sensitisation programme also promoted community participation in disaster risk reduction, with households encouraged to develop emergency response plans and remain vigilant throughout the rainy season.
Many residents welcomed the intervention as timely and pledged to follow safety guidelines to minimise the effects of possible flooding.
Overall, Commandant Saleh reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to working with humanitarian organisations, government agencies and local communities to improve emergency preparedness and disaster response across Adamawa State.
He called on residents in flood-prone areas to treat early warning information with urgency, stressing that prompt action remains the most effective way to prevent avoidable loss of life and property.
