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Alau Dam Breach Causes Flooding in Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria: Media

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Devastating floods, triggered by heavy rains, have impacted 28 states across Nigeria, claiming at least 195 lives and displacing over 207,000 people, according... 10.09.2024, Sputnik Africa

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The breach of the Alau Dam has caused devastating floods in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State in northeastern Nigeria, causing widespread damage and disruption.According to media reports, the Alau Dam collapsed despite an inspection a week earlier that found no safety concerns. As government agencies work to address the situation, the Borno State Police are urging residents to avoid flooded areas.

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Alau Dam Breach Causes Flooding in Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria: Media

14:06 10.09.2024 (Updated: 17:41 10.09.2024)

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Devastating floods, triggered by heavy rains, have impacted 28 states across Nigeria, claiming at least 195 lives and displacing over 207,000 people, according to local media.

The breach of the Alau Dam has caused devastating floods in Maiduguri, the capital of Borno State in northeastern Nigeria, causing widespread damage and disruption.

"Thousands of residents in Maiduguri, Borno state capital and parts of Jere local government area are now stranded and displaced following the collapse of the dyke and overflow of Alau Dam which is about 10kms away from the metropolis," media reported.

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According to media reports, the Alau Dam collapsed despite an inspection a week earlier that found no safety concerns. As government agencies work to address the situation, the Borno State Police are urging residents to avoid flooded areas.