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West African river flood monitoring

Overview

Hydrological monitoring is underway across different river basins in West Africa as water levels approach various alert thresholds.

In Niamey, the Niger River crossed the yellow alert threshold on October 6, 2026, reaching a level of 538 cm. While this remains below the 700 cm overflow threshold for local dikes, regional authorities have urged residents to exercise extreme vigilance and follow precautionary measures regarding river crossings and agricultural activities.

In the Senegal River basin, conditions show a gradual improvement with levels generally decreasing. However, specific downstream areas remain sensitive; in Podor, the river level is within 63 centimeters of its 5-meter alert threshold, and Richard-Toll is within 35 centimeters of its 3.35-meter alert threshold.

Entities

Senegal River · Niamey Region Governor · Manantali Dam · Podor · Richard-Toll

Timeline

  1. [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Senegal River levels approach alert thresholds in Podor and Richard-Toll

    Water levels on the Senegal River are generally receding, but Podor and Richard-Toll are nearing critical alert thresholds.

  2. [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Niger River reaches yellow alert level in Niamey

    The Niger River has surpassed the yellow alert level in Niamey, reaching 538 cm. Authorities have urged residents to exercise vigilance and follow safety protocols to prepare for potential flooding.

Sources

anp.ne · leral.net · lesechosduniger.com · reussir.fr