In Nigeria, severe flooding in the north-central state of Niger has killed at least 200 people, wiping out homes and businesses in the bustling market town of Mokwa. This is resident Adamu Yusuf.

Adamu Yusuf: “I have 15 family members in my household. Unfortunately, nine of them have died in the flood, and eight are still missing — only one body has been recovered. And our house was completely washed away. I’m currently standing in the spot where my room used to be. I’ve lost everything. My wife, mother, children and other relatives are all missing. The flood has taken everything from us.”

Hundreds remained missing as of Sunday as rescue missions continue. Nigeria is prone to heavy rains and floods, but their magnitude has increased with the climate crisis.