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Reactions Continues As Fear Of Flood Takes Over Third Mainland Bridge
Following the incessant flood that has gripped different parts of the country, there has been a tensile atmosphere amidst Lagosians as a trending video of water beneath Third Mainland Bridge rose to the brim.
However, a statement by the State Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tunji Bello, explained that the latest advisory had become necessary due to the high tide of the Lagos Lagoon.
He described the trending video of the water level under the Third Mainland Bridge as almost to the brim a piece of fake news, claiming that it only captured the Oworonshoki end of the bridge, which is normal because the area is a deck-on pile.
He cautioned people, especially individuals on social media, against posting panicky messages to residents in order to create unnecessary anxiety amongst the public.
Bello advised all the residents of the affected areas in Lagos Island and other coastal areas to monitor the incidental rains regularly, ensure situational awareness at all times, refrain from dumping refuse in the drains, and clean their tertiary drains regularly.
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He reiterated that the earlier flood advisory issued by the State to the effect that all those on the banks of Ogun River, particularly residents of Ketu, Alapere, Agric, Owode Onirin, Ajegunle, Alagbole, Kara, Isheri Olowora, Araromi, Otun Orisha community, Agiliti, Maidan, Mile 12, Odo Ogun, Owode Elede, Agboyi I, Agboyi II, Agboyi II, and Agboyi III remain vigilant at this period.
You will recall that Nollywood actor Williams Uchemba drew Lagosians’ attention to a critical issue concerning their safety, and they are responding. The movie star was driving on the third mainland bridge when he noticed the water level in the lagoon rising.
He warned people to be wary of flooding in their area because the Lagos government had previously warned the public that it was on its way.
See other reactions below…
Third mainland bridge as at today#SportyBet yhemolee unilag rest in peace efcc #asake pic.twitter.com/gvgZKYHkGe
— Jake monter (@monter_jake) October 27, 2022
Flood threatens Lagos as water almost levels up with third mainland bridge 🌉 😲
.#WhatsAppDown #LiquoroseOurWCW #closeupxDonBelle #Budget2023 pic.twitter.com/VBNtioFKp1
— Trendyz bulletin (@trendyzbulletin) October 26, 2022
This is #thirdmainlandbridge . Heavy Flood is coming pic.twitter.com/Z3P8M64gNc
— 👑Steph👑 (@_MsEne_) October 23, 2022