Flash Flood: Ogun appeals to residents not to panic (The Guardian)
The Ogun State government has urged residents not to panic in the face of flash floods that have hit the state. The heavy rains have caused rivers to overflow and roads to become impassable leading to concerns about potential damage and displacement. However the government has assured residents that measures are being taken to mitigate the effects of the floods including clearing blocked drainages and providing relief materials to affected areas. The government has also called on residents to take precautions and avoid areas prone to flooding. They have also urged residents to report any emergency situations to the appropriate authorities for prompt response.
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Link to Original Story: https://guardian.ng/property/environment/flash-flood-ogun-appeals-to-residents-not-to-panic/
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Responses- 1) Ogun says not to panic after the flood, But do people trust the government enough to stay calm?
- 2) With floods hitting Ogun again, Has enough been done to fix drainage and stop the yearly damage?
- 3) The Ogun State government urges calm, But do they really have a real plan, or this is just an effort to avoid panic?
- 4) Given the recurring floods in Ogun, Is this more about nature or poor planning and infrastructure?
- 5) Ogun floods every rainy season, Are long term fixes like drainage and tree planting being truly prioritized?
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