Comments on: Why Drainages in Nigerian Cities Do Not Prevent Floods

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By: greenhabitatng

greenhabitatng — Wed, 05 Oct 2016 20:56:25 +0000

In reply to Saurab.

That is absolutely true Saurabh. The story is the same for many cities in Nigeria.

I remember the dreadful flood that affected Tamil Nadu in November last year. Actually I was to visit Chennai in the same week but had to cancel the plan because of the flood. One of the cited causes of that flood was poor drainage system. It is sad that even when early warnings are issued, lives are still lost. I think our coping mechanism is also wanting. The sooner these problems are understood and tackled, the better for us.

Sada H.

By: Saurab

Saurab — Wed, 05 Oct 2016 06:27:30 +0000

Drainage is a major issue because most cities in developing countries are growing at exorbitant rates, with little or no planning.
This year, both Bangalore and Chennai have faced severe floods because of this very reason.