Apprehension as flood takes over parts of Lagos after heavy rain

There were fears in many parts of Lagos on Friday after several hours of heavy rain that flooded major highways, submerging cars and houses.
Several residents took to social media to share pictures and videos of their areas affected by the flood in both the mainland and island parts of the state.
The National Emergency Management Agency urged residents of the state to observe safety precautions.
Ibrahim Farinloye, acting assistant zonal coordinator, South-West zonal office, NEMA, said residents should avoid driving when flood covers half of vehicles’ tyres.
He said, “Once the rainwater gets to half of the wheels it sweeps off your vehicle. Kindly park and move on to higher ground for safety.”
Farinloye also advised that trekking should be avoided during downpours.
“The rainwater must have risen above our ankles, once it happens like this, the flood has the capacity to carry us off,” he added.
He also said, “Residents of Lagos Island, Eti-Osa, Alimosho, Amuwo Odofin, Ikeja, Ojo, Kosofe, Apapa, Epe, Oshodi-Isolo, Shomolu, Surulere and Ajeromi /Ifelodun LGAs are advised to be more careful when it rains.”
The Nigeria Hydrological Agency had in May released the 2021 flood outlook which predicted severe flooding in 28 states.