Flooding: 103 communities submerged in Rivers

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RIVERS (Sundiata Post) – Following a combination of heavy rainfall and a massive overflow of the Orashi River, about 103 communities in Ahoada West LGA of Rivers State have suffered severe flooding.

A visit to Akinima, the council headquarters of the local government revealed that many homes and farms have been almost completely submerged by the floodwaters.

Some of the affected communities visited include Mbiama, Akinima, Engenni, and Enedua among others.

The Chief Press Secretary of the council, Esedi Joe, said the council is overwhelmed and is seeking assistance from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and international agencies.

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