Senegal's Prime Minister Ahmadou Alhaminou LO chaired an emergency meeting on October 5, 2026, at the Prime Minister's office to address the flood situation in the country. Several government members attended, including ministers responsible for sanitation, hydraulics, interior, security, armed forces, family and solidarity, education, infrastructure, and transportation. The meeting aimed to discuss the impact of the floods and the necessary measures to mitigate their effects.
The Prime Minister announced the activation of a regional emergency plan to maintain permanent vigilance in the face of predicted heavy rainfall in the coming days. He noted that there is a high probability of rain on October 5, 6, and 7, and that authorities remain mobilized to anticipate the consequences of these weather conditions. The plan will enable the government to be on high alert and respond quickly to emerging situations.
Several areas have been identified as sensitive, including major roads, water catchment areas, and infrastructure related to water and electricity. The toll road and Philippe Maguilène Senghor hospital in Yoff are particularly affected. The Prime Minister assured that measures have been taken to clear difficult-to-traffic areas and that a vigilance committee will be set up to better address the challenges faced by the population.
The committee will work in conjunction with the task force established to manage the floods. The Ministry of Family, Solidarity, and Social Action has been instructed to provide assistance to those affected, including the distribution of water and food. The Prime Minister emphasized that those in need should be helped immediately, and that funds for emergency interventions will be made available by the Ministry of Finance.
Regarding the upcoming school year, scheduled to start on October 8, the Prime Minister asked the Minister of Education to assess the situation in affected areas and consider postponing the start of the school year in Dakar if the floods worsen. The Prime Minister also expressed his condolences to families affected by the floods and assured them of the government's support.
The government has identified several areas that require urgent attention, and the Prime Minister has assured that the authorities will do everything possible to mitigate the effects of the floods. The regional emergency plan will enable the government to respond quickly and effectively to emerging situations and provide assistance to those in need.
The floods have had a significant impact on the country, and the government is working to address the challenges faced by the population. The Prime Minister's declaration of a regional emergency plan demonstrates the government's commitment to addressing the situation and providing support to those affected.
Key points
- Senegal's Prime Minister Ahmadou Alhaminou LO declares regional emergency plan amid floods.
- The plan aims to maintain permanent vigilance in the face of predicted heavy rainfall.
- The government has identified several sensitive areas, including major roads and infrastructure.
