He accused some developers of constructing on unapproved sites and encroaching natural waterways.
The Federal Capital Territory Emergency Management Department (FEMD) has placed its search and rescue team on high alert following expected rains in FCT and neighbouring states
NiMet also urged residents to avoid flood-prone areas.
He called for people living in flood-prone areas, especially at river banks to relocate.
NiMet urged the public to take adequate precautions as strong winds might precede the rains in areas where thunderstorms were likely to occur.
“Thunderstorms are predicted over most parts of the northern region later in the day.’’
Ms Umar reiterated NEMA’s commitment to reducing the impact of predicted flooding and providing necessary support to affected persons.
According to NiMet, isolated thunderstorms are expected over parts of Kaduna and Taraba.
The agency forecasted isolated thunderstorms over parts of Kebbi, Zamfara and Kaduna states during the afternoon and evening periods.
NiMet’s weather outlook released on Tuesday in Abuja forecasts a sunny atmosphere over the northern region during the period.
