Again, rainstorm wreaks havoc in Ondo communities

Osagie Otabor, AkureLess than two weeks after rainstorm destroyed over 100 houses in Shagari area of Akure, another rainstorm has wreaked havoc on Akoko area of the state.The downpour lasted 45 minutes but the accompanying storm pulled down roofs of residential houses, churches, mosque, shops and electrical poles.Areas affected were Ugbe, Jubilee area of Ikare, Semu Semu area, Olokun Agbaluku and Arigidi Akoko.Also affected were houses at Ugbe, shops along Jubilee road Ikare Akoko, Olokun Agbaluku and Arigidi Akoko.Perimeter fencing of a local government maternity centre collapsed.Read Also;VIDEO: Lagos COVID-19 patients spread hope through videoA businesswoman at Ikare Akoko who gave her name as Jumoke said the present situation in the country was an emergency period that demanded understanding between the government and the governed.She called for meaningful palliative measures as markets have been closed down adding that the economy in Akoko has become stagnant.Another victim, Mr. Kehinde John, who claims to be a fashion designer said the roof of her shop was blown off and the rain destroyed his machines and clothes.He called for support to help him rebuild the shop.
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