Niger floods force 225,000 from their homes; 45 dead

Niger floods force 225,000 from their homes; 45 dead
The number of deaths has risen to 45

The number of deaths has risen to 45

NIAMEY, Aug 29 (NNN-AGENCIES) — The authorities in Niger say flooding in the capital, Niamey, has forced over 225,000 people from their homes.

The number of deaths has risen to 45.

Parts of the city have been submerged since Tuesday when the River Niger breached its banks. Heavy rain since then has caused further damage.

Rescuers used canoes to help victims.

It adds that the authorities had last month issued a warning that about 300,000 people were at risk from flooding since heavy rains began. — NNN-AGENCIES

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