In Adamawa State, Nigeria, the rapid rise of floodwaters following the breach of the Kiri Dam in Adamawa State and subsequent runoff from the Cameroonian highlands caught residents off guard.
The flood, caused by the overflow of local rivers in Numan due to continuous heavy rainfall, hit communities such as Kwakwambe, Lure, Nbalang, Imburu, and Bare.
In Nigeria, the floods have killed almost 500 persons (Africa News) with many also reported missing. Five million people face critical food insecurity in Borno, Adamawa and Yobe (BAY) states due to flood damage to croplands at the height of the lean season.
The council of churches of Nigeria is planning to respond to the affected with Rapid Response funds.
