Mohamed Bah, the Director of Communication at the National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA), detailed their flood mitigation plans for Freetown. He emphasized that the seasonal outlook from the Metropolitan Agency has been a crucial tool for their preparedness strategies over the years.
According to Bah, the latest seasonal outlook predicts increased rainfall on specific days in July, August, and September. This information has been vital in shaping their mitigation efforts.
The NDMA’s strategy includes community engagement, distributing tools, and identifying and clearing drainage systems clogged with debris. Additionally, the NDMA is collaborating with stakeholders like the military, leveraging their advanced machinery to clear drainages and ensure efficient water flow during heavy rains.
