Rainstorm injures 3, damage 200 houses in Plateau
Three persons have been injured and over 200 houses damaged following a rainstorm in Miango District of Bassa Local Government of Plateau, Mr Nuhu Nga, Publicity Secretary, Miango Youth Development Association, said on Monday.
Nga listed the affected structures to include residences, a clinic, schools, shops, and livestock pens,
The rainstorm also uprooted some economic trees and left many people stranded, in addition to destroying goods and household products.
“Although no life was lost, three people were injured and have been taken to hospital for treatment. Currently, some affected persons have found refuge in neighbours’ houses.
“The damages caused by the rainstorm further put the Miango people, who have over the years suffered violent attacks and displacement of persons, in a more precarious situation.
“We call on the the state and national Emergency Management Agencies, and Bassa Local Government Council to assist the affected persons.
“We are also appealing to non-governmental organisations and well-meaning individuals to, as a matter of urgency, come to the aid of the affected persons as the rainy season intensifies,” the official said.
