TWO FEARED DROWNED AS NEMA, KADSEMA INTENSIFY SEARCH IN KADUNA RIVER

Two persons are feared to have drowned in a river in Kaduna State, with emergency responders intensifying search and rescue operations to locate the missing individuals.

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), in collaboration with the Kaduna State Emergency Management Agency (KADSEMA) and other rescue teams, launched a coordinated search effort following reports of the incident.

Officials said rescue personnel have been deployed to the affected area, where they are conducting extensive searches using available resources in an effort to recover the victims.

Authorities have yet to confirm the circumstances that led to the incident, noting that investigations are ongoing while rescue operations continue.

Emergency management officials appealed to residents to stay away from the search area and allow rescue personnel to carry out their work without interference.

Community members have also joined efforts by providing local knowledge and support to aid the ongoing operation.

The incident has renewed calls for increased public awareness on water safety, particularly during activities around rivers and other large bodies of water.

Emergency agencies urged the public to observe safety precautions, avoid unnecessary risks near waterways, and report emergencies promptly to the appropriate authorities.

Officials assured the public that every effort is being made to locate the missing persons and provide updates as the operation progresses.

The tragedy highlights the importance of strengthening water safety measures and emergency preparedness to reduce the occurrence of drowning incidents across the country.