By Ahmed Ahmed
The Bauchi State command has confirmed four persons killed and one other wounded by a windstorm in Bauchi Trade Fair Square in Bauchi Metropolis of the state.
SP Ahmed Wakil, Spokesperson of the command confirmed this to newsmen on Sunday in Bauchi, saying the persons were killed at IBB Square that hosts North East Trade Fair in the metropolis.
He said the command received information on Saturday at about 0900pm that Bauchi metropolis experienced a severe rainstorm accompanied by strong winds.
“The storm caused damage to the Gombe and Yobe States pavilions and several business tents within the trade fair complex.
“Following the incident, emergency response teams, led by the police and other security agencies, swiftly initiated search and rescue operations.
“Tragically, five individuals were found under the fallen structures and were promptly taken to the hospital.
According to him,regrettably, four individuals, including Abdullahi Abubakar 38 yrs, Sadik Alfa 32 yrs,Malam Musa Tudun Salmanu, and Abdulaziz Abdurrahman from Gombe Gombe State, lost their lives in the incident.
“However, one individual, Fatima Isa 31yr years of Inkil, is currently receiving medical treatment and showing positive signs of recovery.
He explained that authorities have taken the necessary steps, including depositing the deceased individuals at the mortuary, to address the aftermath of the storm.
Wakil said efforts are underway to assess the extent of property damage caused by the storm.
“To ensure public safety, a police presence is being maintained at the square to prevent criminal activities in the wake of this unfortunate event,” SP Wakil stressed.