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Niger Floods Severely Disrupt Road Connections, Isolating Cities
Niger Floods Severely Disrupt Road Connections, Isolating Cities
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Niger's rainy season, which typically occurs between June and September, is notorious for causing deadly floods. Historical data consistently shows that these... 20.08.2024, Sputnik Africa
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Rising water levels caused by prolonged heavy rains have caused a transportation crisis, cutting off road links between the Nigerien capital, Niamey, and a number of cities in the southwest of the country, local news portal AES Info reported.Authorities are reportedly advising drivers to exercise extreme caution and follow safety instructions. The Ministry of Transport assured that measures are being taken to restore traffic as soon as possible.Floods have been reported in all eight regions of Niger, including Niamey. About a hundred people became victims of the disaster caused by heavy rains, and almost 140,000 were injured. In addition, more than 15,000 residential buildings were destroyed.
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Niger Floods Severely Disrupt Road Connections, Isolating Cities
Ekaterina Shilova
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Niger's rainy season, which typically occurs between June and September, is notorious for causing deadly floods. Historical data consistently shows that these floods result in significant property loss, house damages, and agricultural and transportation crises, leading to widespread suffering among the population.
Rising water levels caused by prolonged
heavy rains have caused a transportation crisis, cutting off road links between the Nigerien capital, Niamey, and a number of cities in the southwest of the country, local news portal AES Info reported.
Authorities are reportedly advising drivers to exercise extreme caution and follow safety instructions. The Ministry of Transport assured that measures are being taken to restore traffic as soon as possible.
Floods have been reported in all eight regions of Niger, including Niamey. About a hundred people became victims of the
disaster caused by heavy rains, and almost 140,000 were injured. In addition, more than 15,000 residential buildings were destroyed.
