Beware of crocodiles, snakes, Borno warns residents as flood displaces 18,000

The Borno State government has warned the people of the state to beware of crocodiles, snakes, and other dangerous animals washed ashore by flood.

The government’s warning followed the devastating flood in Maiduguri, with reports saying that over 18,000 people have been displaced.

The state witnessed one of its worst flood incidents in years after the Alau Dam collapsed on Tuesday and forced the residents to leave their homes in Fori, Galtimari, Gwange, Bulabulin, and other communities in the state capital.

The General Manager of the Borno State Museum Park, Ali Don Best, said in a statement that the flood washed away dangerous animals into communities.

He urged the residents to take necessary precautionary measures to avoid the animals.

The statement read: “The General Manager, Borno State Museum Park wishes to announce that the recent flood disaster has disrupted and caused damage to properties and loss of lives of more than 80% of the animals.

“In this devastating period of flood disaster, the General manager wishes to also announce that some deadly animals have been washed away into our communities. Animals like crocodiles and snakes.

“We are calling on the general public to be aware and take all the necessary precautionary measures to avoid these animals.

“With regret, sense of concern, and responsibility, the General Manager wishes to ensure safety and protection for the remaining living things within his jurisdiction.”