ABIDJAN, April 4 (Xinhua) -- Cote d'Ivoire on Thursday urged the public to remain vigilant and exercise caution as the rainy season approaches.
Authorities should take all necessary measures to prevent a repeat of the tragic situations seen in the past, said Vagondo Diomande, minister for the interior and security, at an inter-ministerial meeting.
He said that total rainfall this year is expected to reach around 1,500 mm, a level comparable to that of last year.
In 2025, rains resulted in 26 deaths nationwide between April 1 and July 30, compared with 35 in 2024 and 30 in 2023. ■
