Health
Lagos warns residents of rainfall, urges vigilance
Rotimi Agbana
The Lagos State Government has forecast rainfall across several parts of the state on Monday, advising residents to remain vigilant and ensure drainage channels are kept free of refuse to minimise the risk of flooding.
The weather outlook, shared on Monday by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, indicates that cloudy conditions, accompanied by light southwesterly winds and intermittent rainfall, will prevail across the state at different periods of the day.
According to the forecast, residents in Ikorodu, Epe and adjoining communities should expect rainfall during the early hours of the day, while other parts of the state are also likely to experience showers later.
The commissioner stated, “Midnight to sunrise, cloudy conditions are expected with temperatures ranging between 24°C and 26°C, accompanied by light southwesterly winds.
“There are prospects of rainfall over parts of Ikorodu, Epe, and adjoining areas, particularly during the early morning hours.”
Providing the daytime outlook, Wahab said cloudy to partly cloudy conditions would dominate the weather, with occasional sunshine and rainfall expected in several parts of the metropolis.
He stated, “Sunrise to sunset, cloudy to partly cloudy conditions are expected with sunny intervals. Temperatures are expected to range between 24°C and 28°C. Prospects of rainfall over parts of Ikorodu, Kosofe, Somolu, Epe, Ibeju-Lekki, Eti-Osa, Lagos Island and adjoining areas.”
For the evening period, the commissioner said the state would experience relatively stable weather conditions. He stated, “Sunset to midnight, partly cloudy conditions are expected with temperatures ranging between 26°C and 27°C.”
Wahab also urged residents to take precautionary measures in view of the forecast.
He stated, “Advisory: Residents are advised to keep drainage channels clear and remain alert for sudden changes in weather conditions.”
Lagos typically experiences its peak rainy season between June and September, a period often characterised by heavy downpours that can trigger flash floods, particularly in low-lying communities and areas with blocked drainage systems.
To mitigate the impact of seasonal flooding, the Lagos State Government has intensified drainage clearance, desilting of canals and enforcement against indiscriminate waste disposal. Authorities have repeatedly warned residents against dumping refuse into drains, noting that blocked waterways remain one of the leading causes of urban flooding in the state.
The government has also continued to issue regular weather updates and flood advisories to help residents and motorists plan their daily activities and reduce the risks associated with severe weather conditions.
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