Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has called on people residing in flood-prone areas to relocate to safer locations.
The Governor made the call while commiserating with the people of Michika Local Government Area over Friday's heavy downpour that caused flooding and destroyed several houses and properties worth millions of naira.
The flood, with its severity, was last experienced in Michika town over four decades ago. The areas most affected by the recent flooding are Blabri and Moda-Dhaka in Michika town.
Expressing his heartfelt sympathy at Balabri in Michika, Governor Fintiri assured the victims of the flooding of his administration's assistance.
"The Government will assess its resources and come to the aid of the people, particularly those whose houses are damaged and those who also lost their livelihoods," Governor Fintiri said.
"At the end of the rainy season, we will look at solutions for the waterways, especially when there is heavy downpour from the mountainous areas.
"I urge you to be patient and vigilant. The rain may come in the middle of the night when you are asleep, which can cause loss of life. Ensure those living by the riverbank relocate to a safer place.
"If we do this now, we will be safe."
Governor Fintiri said it is very unfortunate that flooding has already begun destroying houses and livelihoods in the middle of July in the communities of Michika and Madagali. He lamented that these communities are still recovering from the damage caused by the insurgents.He called on the people to be alert, especially in the months of August and September, when the rain will be heavier.