Nigeria Devastated: 200 Dead After Sudden, Intense Flooding in Mokwa

Nigeria Flood: At Least 200 Dead in Mokwa A devastating flood in Mokwa, Nigeria, has tragically claimed the lives of at least 200 people and left thousands more displaced. The flood, which struck the market town early Thursday morning, was the result of torrential rainfall that lasted for approximately five hours. The intensity and speed of the rising water left residents with little time to escape. The video footage shows homes submerged, roads washed away, and bridges collapsed. Rescue efforts have now shifted from search and rescue to the recovery of bodies from the rubble, a grim task aimed at preventing the outbreak of disease. "But seriously, we lost many lives, and the properties, our farm produce—those that have their storage have lost it, a lot of people," said Kazeem Muhammed, a resident of Mokwa, in a heartbreaking interview featured in the ABC News Australia video. Alhaji Aliki Musa, a community leader, added, "The water is like spiritual water which used to come, but it's seasonal. At times, it can come now; it will reach another 20 years before coming again." This highlights the unusual nature of this devastating flood. The video underscores the urgent need for aid and support for the survivors and the community as they begin the long process of rebuilding their lives and recovering from this catastrophic event.