Kaduna braces for six days of heavy rain, thunderstorms
By Abdullahi Mukhtar Algasgaini
The Kaduna State Emergency Management Agency (KADSEMA) has issued a public weather alert following a forecast from the Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) predicting a high probability of thunderstorms and significant rainfall across the state from Wednesday, September 10th, through Monday, September 15th, 2025.
Residents are being urged to take precautionary measures seriously to ensure their safety and minimize potential damage to property and agriculture.
According to the forecast, the state will experience repeated morning and evening thunderstorms with heavy rain on Wednesday, 10th, and Thursday, 11th September.
While Friday, 12th September, will start partly cloudy, intense evening thunderstorms are expected, potentially intensified by high evening temperatures of up to 30°C.
The agency warned of several associated risks, including a high risk of flash flooding in urban areas with poor drainage, a gradual rise in river levels that could overflow into low-lying communities, significant disruption to transportation during rush hours, and potential damage to property and farm produce.
In its advisory to the public, KADSEMA strongly recommended avoiding all non-essential travel during heavy downpours.
Residents are also advised to clear drainage channels around their homes, stay away from riverbanks and flood-prone areas, and keep children from playing in floodwater, which may be contaminated.
Farmers have been strongly advised to take steps to protect their crops and storage facilities from water damage.
The public is also encouraged to prepare for possible power outages by having emergency kits ready with torches, charged power banks, and essential medicines.
All emergency response agencies have been placed on high alert.
The public can report any life-threatening emergencies or flash flooding using the following contact numbers: 112, 02012554433, 08032314444 (Zone 1), 08034534321 (Zone 2), or 07062152779 (Zone 3).
Residents are advised to stay informed by monitoring official updates from KADSEMA and other government channels.