Several residents, traders, and shop owners in New Compound, Dansoman, and New Town—suburbs of Bibiani in the Bibiani Anhwiaso Bekwai Municipality of the Western North Region—have been displaced following a torrential downpour that led to severe flooding in the area.
The floodwaters submerged shops, homes, and pathways, forcing occupants to evacuate in haste.
Affected residents say this is not the first time the area has experienced flooding of this magnitude, with some describing the situation as a recurring nightmare during heavy rains.
Many traders at the New Compound and Dansoman markets reported significant damage to goods and property. Soaked furniture, electronics, clothing, and perishable items were seen floating or destroyed in shops and kiosks.
Residents expressed deep frustration over the lack of drainage maintenance, pointing to choked gutters and poor waste disposal systems as major contributors to the recurring floods.
In response, Assembly Member for New and Old Compound, Mr. Seth Assan, has appealed to the Bibiani Anhwiaso Bekwai Municipal Assembly to urgently desilt the drainage systems and provide long-term flood control solutions.
According to him, the uncontrolled flow of water—due to blocked gutters and poor drainage infrastructure—puts lives and property in constant danger. Mr. Assan warned that without swift intervention, the area may face even greater destruction with the onset of the major rainy season.
He further called for the construction of a proper drainage network to prevent future occurrences.
Meanwhile, NADMO officials are expected to visit the affected areas to assess the situation and provide support where necessary. Residents are also being advised to exercise caution and avoid flood-prone paths during and after heavy rains.