The national water authority is telling people to brace for possible floods. The Zimbabwe National Water Authority warned communities downstream of full dams to stay alert as heavy rains push national water levels to an average of seventy-eight percent, a sharp rise from last year. While this improves water security for irrigation and other needs in 2026, it also raises the risk of increased river flows and flooding.
Officials urged the public to avoid crossing or using fast-flowing rivers for activities like washing and to secure equipment near river channels. They noted many dams have already reached capacity, including major reservoirs like Tugwi-Mukosi, which is at ninety-nine point six percent and could spill imminently. The authority is coordinating with government departments to mitigate impacts, marking a cautious turn from recent water shortages to managing potential overflow as the rainy season continues.
Officials urged the public to avoid crossing or using fast-flowing rivers for activities like washing and to secure equipment near river channels. They noted many dams have already reached capacity, including major reservoirs like Tugwi-Mukosi, which is at ninety-nine point six percent and could spill imminently. The authority is coordinating with government departments to mitigate impacts, marking a cautious turn from recent water shortages to managing potential overflow as the rainy season continues.
