The hydrological situation in the Gambia River basin shows a general decline in water levels across most of the stations monitored by the Tambacounda-Kédougou Water Resources Brigade. According to readings taken this morning at 8:00 AM, the observed water levels indicate a significant decrease compared to the previous day and to the same period last year.

Tributaries in continuous decline

At Diaguiri, a tributary of the Gambia River upstream from Mako, the water level dropped from 1.82 m on October 28 to 1.79 m, a decrease of 3 cm. On the same date in 2024, the level reached 2.36 m.

The same trend is observed at Afia Pont (Thiokoye) where the water level has dropped to 1.77 m compared to 1.81 m the previous day. In 2024, it was projected to be 1.95 m.

At Niokolo Koba, the water level recorded this morning is 5.25 m, a decrease of 4 cm compared to the previous day. The level remains lower than last year's (5.75 m).

On the other hand, a stoppage of flow was noted at the stations of Sinthiou Malème and Goumbayel, while at Diahra Pont, the water level did not reach the scale.

Significant drops in the main river

At the Kédougou station, the river level is 2.75 m, compared to 2.81 m the previous day, a decrease of 6 cm. The projected level in 2024 was 3.05 m. The alert level remains at 7 meters, which currently eliminates any risk of flooding.

In Mako, the situation remains stationary with a stable water level of 2.98 m since the previous day, although lower than that observed last year (3.09 m).

In Simenti, this morning's data has not yet been received, but yesterday the water level was 4.49 m. The alert level there is 13 meters.

Finally, in Gouloumbou, the drop is more pronounced: 4.85 m compared to 5.04 m the previous day, a decrease of 19 cm. At the same time in 2024, the level reached 12.76 m, far exceeding the alert level set at 12 meters.

A decline is expected at the end of winter.

These trends confirm the usual receding phase observed at this time of year, marking the end of the rainy season in the eastern Senegal region. Hydrological authorities are continuing to monitor water levels to anticipate any variations that could affect riverside communities and agricultural activities.