Rising levels of the Incomáti River threaten the connection between Maputo province and the rest of Mozambique due to heavy rain upstream. Flooding has impacted homes and agriculture in Magude district. Authorities are monitoring the situation and have advised the public to exercise caution near affected rivers.
The rising levels of the Incomáti River in the Incoluane area pose a significant threat to the connection between Maputo province and the rest of Mozambique. Heavy rainfall upstream has caused the river to approach the platform of National Road Number One (N1), a crucial route linking Maputo and Gaza. Óscar Sibia, the director of the Incomáti Basin Management Division at the Southern Water Regional Administration (ARA-Sul), has reported that the inundation has resulted in flooded homes and agricultural fields in the Magude district. Authorities are actively monitoring the situation and assessing the extent of the damage caused by the flooding.
Data from the ARA-Sul Hydrological Bulletin highlights that the Maputo, Madubula, Limpopo, Combomune, Chókwè, and Sicacate basins are exhibiting fluctuating water levels that remain above the alert threshold. The Limpopo basin recorded an increase in hydrometric levels, while Macarretane has maintained levels below the alert. For the next 24 hours, the hydrological scenario is expected to persist, with rising levels in the Maputo, Incomáti, and Limpopo basins due to upstream runoff and rainfall recorded locally.
In light of these circumstances, ARA-Sul urges residents to exercise caution when approaching the Maputo, Incomáti, and Limpopo rivers, as there is a significant risk of being swept away by swift water currents. The administration emphasizes the importance of ongoing monitoring of hydrological data provided by relevant authorities to ensure public safety.
In conclusion, the Incomáti River’s rising levels due to heavy rainfall upstream pose a substantial risk to the connectivity of Maputo province and surrounding areas. Flooding has affected homes and agriculture while authorities are closely monitoring the hydrological situation, urging the public to remain cautious. Continuous assessment of river levels is essential to mitigate potential dangers.
Original Source: clubofmozambique.com
