The Nigerian Meteorological Agency has issued a flood alert for July, cautioning that states such as Delta, Bayelsa, Edo, and Benue face a heightened risk of flash floods. In its flash flood risk forecast for July 2025, released on Monday, the agency noted that these states have varying levels of probable risk due to the ongoing rainfall across the country. The agency said, “Sokoto State has a high risk of experiencing flash floods.” “Other states with notable risk of flash flooding are; Kaduna, Zamfara, Yobe, Bauchi, Bayelsa, Jigawa, Adamawa, Taraba, Niger, Nasarawa, Benue, Ogun, Ondo, Lagos, Delta, Edo, Cross River, Rivers and Akwa Ibom.” The agency advised residents of the states to relocate if necessary, clear drainage systems, prepare emergency kits, turn off electricity and gas during flooding, strengthen mudslide prevention, and promote community awareness.