Flooding – Adomonline.com https://www.adomonline.com Your comprehensive news portal Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:41:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://www.adomonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/cropped-Adomonline140-32x32.png Flooding – Adomonline.com https://www.adomonline.com 32 32 Madina drivers demand urgent drainage fix to curb flooding at taxi station https://www.adomonline.com/madina-drivers-demand-urgent-drainage-fix-to-curb-flooding-at-taxi-station/ Fri, 10 Apr 2026 09:41:17 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2649869 Drivers at the Madina Market taxi station under the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) have appealed to the La Nkwantanang-Madina Municipal Assembly to urgently expand and improve drainage systems around the area.

Speaking on Adom TV’s Badwam show, the drivers complained of persistent flooding at the car park whenever it rains, attributing the situation to overflowing gutters.

They said the recurring floods disrupt their operations and inconvenience passengers, calling for immediate intervention to address the problem.

The drivers also urged authorities to fast-track the ongoing Madina Market project, noting that delays are worsening congestion and putting pressure on the limited space at the station.

Responding to the concerns, a representative of the Assembly, Billy Blay, assured that steps are being taken to resolve the issue.

He indicated that the Assembly is implementing measures to ease congestion and improve conditions in the area, adding that it remains committed to completing the market project and upgrading infrastructure for traders and transport operators.

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]]> Rainfall with strong winds and flash flooding expected till evening – Ghana Meteo https://www.adomonline.com/rainfall-with-strong-winds-and-flash-flooding-expected-till-evening-ghana-meteo/ Fri, 07 Nov 2025 10:13:33 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2597379 The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has issued a weather alert, warning residents across the country to prepare for thunderstorms, strong winds, and possible flash flooding from this afternoon into the evening.

According to the 24-hour forecast, mist and fog patches are expected over mountainous and forested areas in the early hours, followed by slight to moderate rainfall along the coast.

As the day progresses, most parts of the country will experience sunny conditions interspersed with clouds.

GMet, however, cautioned that rainstorms accompanied by moderate to strong winds are expected to affect the coastal, middle, transition, and northern sectors later in the day. These conditions could lead to flash flooding in low-lying areas, particularly in cities such as Accra, Takoradi, Cape Coast, Kumasi, Sunyani, and Tamale.

The agency noted that the ongoing rainstorm over the southern half of the country is producing thunderstorms and heavy rainfall, which are expected to persist into the afternoon.

Residents are advised to take necessary precautions, avoid flooded areas, and secure loose objects that could be carried away by strong winds.

While the state of the sea remains calm, fishermen and coastal communities are urged to stay alert for updates.

]]> Flooding hits Kaase, homes and property destroyed as residents seek government intervention https://www.adomonline.com/flooding-hits-kaase-homes-and-property-destroyed-as-residents-seek-government-intervention/ Wed, 08 Oct 2025 12:15:32 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2586522 A two-hour downpour in Kumasi on Tuesday night caused heavy flooding at Kaase in the Asokwa municipality, resulting in the destruction of homes and stalls.

The flooding led to traffic congestion, leaving many stranded for several hours.

Affected residents and traders attributed the flooding to choked gutters and blockade of waterways, which have been exacerbated by indiscriminate construction in wetlands in the area.

They expressed concern that the flooding is a recurring problem. One resident observed that “if it rains for just two hours, it causes problems, so imagine what would happen if it rained for three days; lives will be lost.”

An opinion leader in the Kaase community, Rev. Oheneba Acheampong noted there are two drainage systems in the area which should allow for free flow of rainwater.

However, when the drains get choked, flooding occurs.

“It has destroyed our businesses over the years, and we’re calling on the Asokwa Municipal Assembly to take a closer look at the drain to stop the flooding,” he said.

Source: Joseph Obeng

]]> Ho MCE vows to establish task force to combat flooding https://www.adomonline.com/ho-mce-vows-to-establish-task-force-to-combat-flooding/ Tue, 27 May 2025 09:38:58 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2538937 The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Ho Central, Hon. Stephen Adom, has announced plans to set up a dedicated task force to address the recurring flooding problems in Ho, the Volta Regional capital.

In an interview with Adom News after a heavy downpour on May 20, 2025, which caused widespread flooding and property damage—including to the apartment of Multimedia’s Volta Regional Correspondent, Odehyeba Owusu Job—Hon. Adom stressed the urgency of taking decisive action.

He attributed the persistent flooding mainly to unauthorized constructions on waterways and the indiscriminate dumping of refuse into gutters. The new task force will be empowered to arrest and prosecute those who irresponsibly dispose of waste, particularly during the rainy season.

“We cannot allow people to continue building on waterways and throwing rubbish into drains. The Assembly is taking bold steps, and the task force will ensure offenders face the full rigours of the law,” he said.

Beyond flood control, Hon. Adom also highlighted concerns over street vending and traffic congestion, especially on market days. He pledged to take firm measures against traders occupying pavements and roadsides, which worsen traffic and hinder pedestrian movement.

He revealed that sensitisation efforts have begun, encouraging traders to relocate into the main market to ease congestion and enhance public safety.

“The education campaign has started, and we are engaging traders to move into the market for the benefit of all. This will help decongest the roads and allow free movement of vehicles and people,” he added.

These interventions are part of the Ho Municipal Assembly’s broader strategy to improve sanitation, urban planning, and disaster preparedness in the municipality.

Source: Odehyeba Owusu Job

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]]> Flooding: Land tenure system in Ghana has issues – Dr Khalid https://www.adomonline.com/flooding-land-tenure-system-in-ghana-has-issues-dr-khalid/ Sat, 24 May 2025 11:22:19 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2538155 Professor Sharif Mahmud Khalid, Economic Adviser to the Vice‑President, has attributed Accra’s recurring flooding challenges to weaknesses in Ghana’s land‑tenure system. He argues that fragmented ownership and lax regulation encourage unplanned development in flood‑prone areas.

Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, 24th May, Dr. Khalid warned that “until we confront the structural defects in how land is held, sold and regulated, drainage projects alone will never solve the problem.”

He noted that multiple customary interests often overlap with statutory leases, making enforcement of zoning laws virtually impossible.

“When every family head can grant a piece of floodplain to a developer, the state’s power to protect critical watercourses is fatally undermined,” he said, adding that a comprehensive review of land‑title registration and planning legislation is overdue.

Dr. Khalid’s comments followed confirmation by the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) that five people died after torrential rain inundated parts of the Greater Accra Region on Sunday, 18 May.

NADMO’s Director of Inspectorate, Richard Amo Yartey, told Channel One TV that three of the fatalities occurred in the Ga East Municipality, while two were reported in Adenta.

“Inadequate drainage and uncontrolled urban growth continue to hamper flood‑control efforts,” Mr. Yartey stated.

Linking those fatalities to land‑use failures, Dr. Khalid insisted that piecemeal engineering works would remain “palliative at best” unless the government tackles tenure reform head‑on.

“We need a land system that prioritises collective safety over individual windfalls,” he concluded, urging Parliament to fast‑track long‑delayed amendments to the Land Act and empower local assemblies to enforce building codes.

]]> NADMO desilt 17 major drains in Greater Kumasi metropolis to avert flooding https://www.adomonline.com/nadmo-desilt-17-major-drains-in-greater-kumasi-metropolis-to-avert-flooding/ Thu, 22 May 2025 17:27:30 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2537560 The National Disaster Management Organisation in the Ashanti region is on a mission to prevent a full-blown flooding situation as they embark on a major de-silting exercise in at least 17 drains in the Greater Kumasi metropolis.

The exercise comes after floodwaters inundated homes and some shops in recent downpours in parts of the city.

Many drainage systems in the Greater Kumasi metropolis are heavily choked with sand debris and filth from households and commercial activities.

The situation poses a precarious risk to communities along these drains with imminent threats of flooding.

The Pelele stream around the Kumasi Airport in the Dichemso enclave is one of the many streams which has always been at the mercy of the environmental menace.

The Ashanti regional NADMO office is embarking on a 12-day de-silting exercise in major drains within the Greater Kumasi Metropolis.

They include Airport, Buokrom South Africa, Mossie Zongo/Yenyawoso, Duase-Kenyase, Aboabo Pelele, Asabe-Buobai, Parkoso Estates, Sawaba/Affordable housing, Anloga JunctionOforikrom and the Family Chapel area.

Others include the Kaase, Atonsu Market – High School (Wewe river), Ahinsan Ambassadorial Area (Wewe river), Suame Kotoko, Breman UGC, Kronom Abuahia/Owabi and the Attafua Bridge on the Barekese Road.

“We are doing to prevent the water from overflowing onto the roads and blocking access. We want to clear the sand debris to ensure the water flows freely in the drains. This is not our job but as an Organisation tasked to prevent any disaster, we are de-silting these drains,” Ashanti Regional NADMO Director, Alhaji Mohammed Nasir Ibrahim, said.

For years, residents living along these waterways have demanded an expansion of the narrow culverts underneath bridges over these drains.

The regional NADMO is adding to calls for the bridge elevation and the construction of concrete slabs on the shoulders and floors of the drains.

“We must construct a concrete floor and a 200-m concrete envelope on the shoulders of the drains so that once it rains, the water doesn’t hit back and flood homes,” he said.

As private individuals continue to build on waterways, NADMO says it will in the coming days launch an attack on structures erected in wetlands.

]]> Ghana may take years to end flooding – NADMO warns https://www.adomonline.com/ghana-may-take-years-to-end-flooding-nadmo-warns/ Tue, 20 May 2025 12:01:34 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2536438 The Ga East Municipal Director of the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO), Seth Kofi Osei Kissi, has cautioned that Ghana’s battle against flooding — especially in the Greater Accra Region — could take years to resolve due to persistent human activities and poor planning.

Speaking to Adom News, Mr. Osei Kissi expressed concern over the continued construction on waterways despite ongoing interventions by local authorities.

“People are still building near streams and on watercourses,” he said.

“Until we collectively clean our drains and remove these illegal structures, the flooding menace will persist.”

He urged Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to step up collaboration in addressing what he described as a “persistent and dangerous challenge.”

Mr. Osei Kissi also blamed the worsening floods on poor public discipline, including indiscriminate dumping of refuse and failure to acquire building permits.

“This is the time for Assemblies to unite and act decisively. If we continue dumping refuse recklessly and constructing buildings without permits, we are heading toward a bigger disaster,” he warned.

With more rainfall forecast in the coming weeks, NADMO has activated rapid response teams nationwide to handle flood-related emergencies.

He advised motorists to avoid driving during heavy downpours and cautioned pedestrians against walking through floodwaters due to the risk of strong currents and limited visibility.

“NADMO is doing its part, but the public must also take responsibility. We all have a role to play in reducing the impact of flooding,” he emphasized.

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]]> Mahama orders removal of structures to curb flooding around Mallam Junction https://www.adomonline.com/mahama-orders-removal-of-structures-to-curb-flooding-around-mallam-junction/ Thu, 03 Apr 2025 10:12:47 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2521230

President John Dramani Mahama has directed the immediate demolition of all structures built on waterways around Mallam Junction in the Weija Gbawe Municipality.

This decision is part of ongoing efforts to mitigate the devastating impact of recurrent floods in the area, which have caused significant loss of life and property damage over the years.

The order follows a recent inspection of flood-prone areas in Accra, where President Mahama met with city engineers, municipal authorities, and local residents to assess the severity of the flooding issue.

During the tour, Mahama expressed deep concern over the unregulated construction of buildings and other structures on waterways, which he identified as a primary contributor to the frequent flooding in the region.

In a meeting with municipal authorities and city engineers, President Mahama questioned how settlements and commercial buildings were allowed to be constructed in natural drainage channels.

He highlighted the amount of water that the Mallam Junction area must manage during heavy rains and emphasized that improper planning and unauthorized developments would only exacerbate the flooding situation.

“The assembly here, how did you sit and allow this to happen? How did the assembly allow this to happen? And that is why you have the chief executive and assembly members. They must be conscious of all this. These are waterways. Can you imagine the volume of water that this place alone can hold when it rains?” Mahama said.

He continued, “And so if you fill it up and you say there should just be a drain passing through, the drain cannot contain that water. And so let’s do what we have to do. They should remove all these.”

Flooding remains a major urban challenge in Accra, particularly in low-lying areas like Mallam Junction, Weija, Odawna, Kaneshie, and Circle.

The issue is mainly driven by inadequate drainage systems, improper waste disposal, and encroachment on natural floodplains. Despite calls for intervention from residents and environmental experts, unauthorized construction continues to worsen the situation.

President Mahama’s decision to order the demolition of these structures is seen as a crucial step in addressing the root causes of flooding in the city and improving the resilience of urban infrastructure.

]]> EPA alerts of widespread flooding as rainy season approaches https://www.adomonline.com/epa-alerts-of-widespread-flooding-as-rainy-season-approaches/ Sat, 29 Mar 2025 05:50:34 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2520000 The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has issued a warning about potential widespread flooding in several regions as the rainy season draws near.

The Acting CEO of the EPA, Prof. Nana Ama Browne Klutse, urged an immediate halt to the encroachment of wetlands to help reduce the adverse effects of anticipated floods.

Speaking to the media after her inaugural lecture at the University of Ghana on Thursday, March 27, 2025, Prof. Klutse stressed the importance of halting construction on Ramsar sites to protect vulnerable areas from the impact of floods.

Her remarks come after heavy rainfall and a storm on Tuesday, March 26, which led to flooding in parts of the Greater Accra Region. The storm also caused trees and billboards to collapse, resulting in damage to vehicles.

“We see flooding happening, and this year, we are going to have a lot of flooding happening. Two days ago or even yesterday [Wednesday, March 26], we had heavy rain for a short period, but heavy and stormy,” she said.

“These are some of the extreme events we are going to be having this year, and we need to prepare our adaptation plan so that we can survive the impacts when they happen.

“There are a few things we do that actually cause us the flooding. We have to stop building on waterways. So no matter how heavy it rains, water should find its way running into wetlands or areas that are supposed to store water,” Prof. Klutse added.

Prof. Klutse, former Head of the Department of Physics at the University of Ghana, delivered the lecture titled “Physics, Policy, and Politics of Climate Change: The Foundation of Human Survival.”

The lecture brought together many prominent personalities, including the Vice President of the Republic, H E Prof Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang.

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]]> Resolving flooding will take time but… – Oppong Nkrumah https://www.adomonline.com/resolving-flooding-will-take-time-but-oppong-nkrumah/ Thu, 04 Jul 2024 07:53:16 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2417439 The Works and Housing Minister, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has stated that there is no quick fix to resolving Accra’s perennial flooding problem, but it will take time.

He told Evans Mensah on JoyNews’ PM Express that “It’s going to be a medium to long-term matter. It requires all of us to participate.

“For example, government has to do its bit. I’ve just told you about the hydro authority, hydro fund, and the fact that we need to mobilise more resources. We can wish it into being, but if we don’t mobilise the resources, we’ll talk about it umpteen times and never get responses.”

The Ofoase Ayeribi MP expressed that the flooding situation has been one of his major concerns since his move to the Housing Ministry.

“When the rains start here in Accra, you start getting palpitations because you start worrying, knowing very well that due to the inadequacy of the work done so far compared to the increasing pressure, there will be challenges,” he said on JoyNews’ PM Express on Wednesday.

Mr. Oppong Nkrumah added that during heavy downpours, he tries to understand how severe the situation is on the ground, how much of the work can contain it, and what needs to be done in the short to medium term.

“It is a challenge. As I’ve said on a number of occasions, we are behind schedule on putting in place the kind of infrastructure that is required. So within the constraints, we’re trying to do our best,” he stated.

The Minister said, government will do its part but it should be the collective responsibility of all citizens which includes the people who live in these areas with the drains.

“Even for places where limited drains have been constructed there is evidence to show that we choked them with solid waste based on our lifestyle daily,” he said.

Mr Oppong Nkrumah said the Ministry is rolling out a communication campaign aimed at encouraging people that “while we are building the drains, don’t choke them.”

“Don’t choke the little drains that we have built with the solid waste. We need some behavioural change as well. So what I say to everybody is that we have a collective responsibility. It will take a while, let’s all get together and get this done.”

Last week, as part of the government’s efforts to strengthen flood resilience in communities along the Odaw River basin, the Housing Minister broke ground for the reconstruction of the Nima-Paloma storm drain, which runs from Asylum Down to the Odaw Channel.

“This significant milestone is expected to help reduce the perennial flooding challenges in Accra and bring much-needed relief to residents, commuters, traders, and businesses.”

Mr Oppong Nkrumah also disclosed at the ceremony that the government’s newly launched Flood Early Warning System would be ready ahead of the next rainy season.

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]]> Flooding: Moree, Asebu, and Yamoransa affected by heavy rains https://www.adomonline.com/flooding-moree-asebu-and-yamoransa-affected-by-heavy-rains/ Wed, 03 Jul 2024 13:10:48 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2417115 Several towns in the Central Region have flooded, causing disruptions after Wednesday morning’s downpour on July 3.

Moree town has been particularly affected, with reports indicating that areas around Moree Junction and Asebu in the Abura-Asebu-Kwamankese District are experiencing severe flooding.

The constant rain has overwhelmed drainage systems, leading to waterlogging in these areas.

Yamoransa, in the nearby Mfantseman Municipality, is also facing similar challenges.

The heavy downpour has caused rivers and streams to overflow, flooding roads and homes.

Residents are urged to exercise caution and avoid flooded areas.

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]]> Accra flooded after Wednesday downpour [Photos+Videos] https://www.adomonline.com/accra-flooded-after-wednesday-downpour-photosvideos/ Wed, 03 Jul 2024 11:24:47 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2417042

Some parts of Accra got flooded again after a downpour on Wednesday, July 3, 2024.

The heavy rainfall obstructed the flow of vehicular traffic on major roads causing widespread disruption.

Key routes from the Airport through Shangri-La to Shiashie have been severely affected, leading to significant traffic congestion.

Other areas like Tantra Hill, Adabraka Sahara, the Ofankor-Pokuase stretch, the Accra-Tema motorway, Kaneshie First Light have also been affected.

The floodwaters have heavily impacted road users and businesses, leaving major roads submerged and impassable.

While many commuters parked their cars for the rain to subside, others carefully drove through the flood which covered most part of the road.

Many shops have closed, and some vehicle owners have parked their cars to avoid water damage to their engines.

Commuters and residents are urgently calling on the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) for immediate assistance.

Social media is abuzz as netizens share their experiences with photos and videos.

Below are some photos and videos

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]]> ‘Galamsey’ activities blamed for Nkawkaw flooding https://www.adomonline.com/galamsey-activities-blamed-for-nkawkaw-flooding/ Mon, 01 Jul 2024 03:20:17 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2415682 The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Kwahu West, Lawyer Yaw Owusu Addo, has attributed the recent flooding in Nkawkaw to the activities of illegal miners and promised swift action to address the issue.

The torrential rain, which lasted for three hours yesterday, left many residents homeless.

Affected areas including Nkawkaw Amanfrom, ECOWAS, Mission, Kwaku Dwira, Asaase Aban Junction, and others.

In his visit to the affected areas, MCE Yaw Owusu Addo expressed concern over the illegal mining activities at Kwaku Dwira, which he said had obstructed river flow and contributed to the flooding.

He also pointed out that construction in waterways had heightened the situation.

He assured residents that a demolition exercise would be undertaken soon to prevent future occurrences.

The MCE further warned residents of Kwaku Dwira not to drink from their wells, as the heavy rain had contaminated the water, posing a risk of cholera and other waterborne diseases.

]]> Parts of UCC campus flooded after heavy rains https://www.adomonline.com/parts-of-ucc-campus-flooded-after-heavy-rains/ Sat, 15 Jun 2024 00:33:05 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2409374 Heavy rainfall has led to significant flooding on parts of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) campus.

The downpour, which occurred on Friday morning, resulted in waterlogging across several areas, disrupting activities and affecting movement.

Students and staff reported difficulties navigating the campus, with water accumulating particularly in low-lying zones.

Areas around the Faculty of Science, the School of Business, and some student hostels were notably impacted. Many roads and pathways became temporarily impassable due to the rising water levels.

Some students took to social media to share images and videos of the affected areas, capturing the extent of the waterlogging.

University authorities have since mobilized emergency response teams to assess the situation and mitigate the effects.

]]> Heavy rainfall wrecks havoc in Suntreso hospital https://www.adomonline.com/heavy-rainfall-wrecks-havoc-in-suntreso-hospital/ Tue, 04 Jun 2024 11:02:06 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2404249 The Suntreso Government Hospital in the Ashanti region is facing a critical issue that has persisted for nearly a year.

Water leaks from a main electrical circuit whenever it rains heavily, causing significant disruptions and posing serious risks.

Reports indicate that, during recent heavy rains, the leakage became severe, with water dripping onto boxes in the storage room and flooding the entire area.

This situation not only threatens the hospital’s infrastructure but also endangers the safety of patients and staff.

Hospital authorities have been aware of the issue but it remains unresolved, raising concerns about the potential hazards, including fires and water damage to medical supplies.

This calls for the need for urgent attention and repair to ensure the safety and functionality of the hospital.

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]]> Nkawkaw MP desilts choked gutters to curb flooding https://www.adomonline.com/nkawkaw-mp-desilts-choked-gutters-to-curb-flooding/ Tue, 28 May 2024 22:26:27 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2401382 Residents of Kwaku Dwira, a suburb of Nkawkaw in the Kwawu West Municipality of the Eastern Region, have long faced challenges with flooding during the rainy season.

To address this issue, the Member of Parliament for the Nkawkaw constituency, Joseph Frempong, took action to support the community.

He provided an excavator to desilt the choked gutters in the area, aiming to prevent flooding during the rainy season.

In an interview with Adom News’ Akwasi Dwamena, Joseph Frempong said it has become important to maintain clean and clear gutters to avoid flooding, particularly in the rainy season.

He urged residents to refrain from dumping rubbish into the gutters, which exacerbates the problem.

Residents of Kwaku Dwira expressed gratitude to the MP for his support.

They recalled the devastating effects of flooding in the past, which claimed lives.

With the desilting of the gutters, they are hopeful that they will no longer experience flooding during the rainy season.

]]> Heavy rains wreak havoc at Pakyi No-2 https://www.adomonline.com/heavy-rains-wreak-havoc-at-pakyi-no-2/ Sun, 19 May 2024 15:01:27 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2396950 Pakyi No-2 in the Amansie West District of the Ashanti Region has been hit hard by torrential rains, resulting in widespread destruction and leaving residents in a state of despair.

The heavy downpour, which began late last night, has devastated the area, destroying properties worth millions of Ghana cedis and displacing numerous families.

Several homes reduced to rubble, personal belongings swept away, and roads rendered impassable due to the flood.

The affected victims have made an urgent plea to the government for immediate assistance.

They are calling on the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO) to step in and provide the much-needed relief to help them rebuild their lives.

The residents are in dire need of essential supplies such as food, clean water, clothing, and temporary shelter.

Furthermore, the community has raised concerns about the persistent issue of unauthorized buildings on waterways, which caused the flooding.

Residents are urging the District Assembly to take decisive action to remove these structures and enforce regulations that ensure the free flow of water.

]]> Parts of Accra flooded again after heavy rainfall https://www.adomonline.com/parts-of-accra-flooded-again-after-heavy-rainfall/ Thu, 16 May 2024 23:08:28 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2396047 Heavy rainfall on Thursday night has once again led to flooding in parts of Accra, causing distress among residents and commuters.

Areas such as Labadi, Kpogas, Trade Fair, and their environs have been particularly affected, with reports of submerged streets and properties.

Additionally, the stretch from West Hills Mall to Old Barrier has also experienced flooding, compounding the challenges faced by residents.

The Ghana Meteorological Agency has issued warnings of more rains, heightening concerns among affected residents about the possibility of further flooding and its consequences.

This latest flooding incident comes just days after a similar occurrence on Tuesday, which left residents in SCC, Weija, and Kasoa areas stranded for over eight hours as they struggled to navigate through flooded roads to reach their destinations.

The recurrence of flooding in these areas  begs for the urgent need for comprehensive and sustainable measures to address the city’s drainage and flood management systems.

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]]> GMet warns more rainstorms with thunder and destructive winds https://www.adomonline.com/gmet-warns-more-rainstorms-with-thunder-and-destructive-winds/ Mon, 06 May 2024 15:50:24 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2390558 The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMET) has advised Ghanaians to prepare for heavy rainfall from now until the end of July.

This caution comes in the wake of flooding recorded following a downpour in parts of Accra on Monday, May 6, 2024.

The Head of Central Analysis and Forecasting at GMet, Felicity Ahafianyo issued the weather alert in an interview on Citinews.

She indicated that, various areas across the country, particularly in the southern regions, could expect thunderstorms accompanied by strong winds.

Ms. Ahafianyo said these winds might lead to damage such as roof detachment from buildings, dislodged tree branches, and even uprooted trees with unstable roots.

“For us in the southern sector, we should put our minds at rest that between now and the end of June/July, we will be getting some rains and most times, it’ll be accompanied by moderate windy conditions with lightning and thunderstorms,” she added

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]]> The People’s Forum: Dawhenya dam spillage flooding was avoidable – Resident https://www.adomonline.com/the-peoples-forum-dawhenya-dam-spillage-flooding-was-avoidable-resident/ Thu, 30 Nov 2023 11:50:21 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2326268 A resident of Adakope, a suburb of Dawhenya in the Ningo Prampram Municipality has said the flooding caused by the spillage of an irrigation dam in the area was avoidable.

The flooding resulted in hundreds of residents being forced out of their homes, with water levels reaching window levels.

The resident who spoke on condition of anonymity on The People’s Forum, a segment on Adom FM’s morning show, Dwaso Nsem said dredging of the dam was all that was required.

“This flooding was avoidable and shouldn’t have caused this devastation. All authorities needed to do was to dredge the dam to increase its depth to contain any volume water but for the past five years I have been in this community, I have never seen them do that,” he said.

The resident who disclosed he has been part of major dredging exercise in the country, including the Odaw river has called on the relevant stakeholders to immediately get to work to prevent further havoc.

“This is not just about bringing excavators. We must get dredging machines to work on the dam and its estuaries so the water can flow freely into the sea,” he proposed.

Some affected residents who are still counting their losses also blamed the flooding on construction of houses in waterways, urging the authorities to take action against it.

They appealed to all well-meaning individuals to come to their aid to alleviate the hardship and burden the flooding has caused.

Meanwhile, the Member of Parliament for Ningo Prampram, Sam George, attributed the dam spillage’s impact to negligence by the dam’s management.

He also accused them of selling portions of the lands.

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]]> Scores displaced in parts of Volta Region after Akosombo dam spillage [Photos] https://www.adomonline.com/scores-displaced-in-parts-of-volta-region-after-akosombo-dam-spillage-photos/ Wed, 11 Oct 2023 14:38:17 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2304663 Residents in the three Tongu Districts and Anlo of the Volta Region are counting their losses after downpours.

Many of them have had their homes and businesses flooded as a result of the spillage from the Akosombo Dam.

The Volta River Authority (VRA) is conducting this spillage due to a “consistent rise in the inflow pattern and water level of the Akosombo dam.”

Most of the residents who said they lost their properties are currently homeless and appealing to the government to come to their aid.

On September 12, the VRA said it had duly notified its key stakeholders of this development.

But the residents living close to the river are packing out what they can salvage while others who have their property inundated are crying for help.

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]]> Burning Issues: Sweeping homes causes flooding – Local Governance Expert https://www.adomonline.com/burning-issues-sweeping-homes-causes-flooding-local-governance-expert/ Thu, 13 Jul 2023 14:43:39 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2272283 An expert in Local Governance, Amon Kotei, has revealed that constant sweeping of homes is a contributing factor to flooding in the country.

Speaking to Akua Boakyewaa Yiadom on Adom FM’s Burning Issues on Wednesday, on the topic, ‘Curbing Impact of Perennial Floods and the Role of the District Assemblies,’ he said although daily sweeping of compounds is a norm in Ghana, it removes the topsoil, causes erosion and subsequent flooding.

The Local Governance Expert further added that ideally, rainwater should be harvested yet the opposite has been the case in Ghana.

“The issue is that, when you build, you have to green the compound. If you don’t green it, you concrete it. You don’t have to allow the rainwater to touch the ground to wash the topsoil and cause erosion. The running water gathers elsewhere and causes flooding.”

He indicated that in some advanced countries, it is an offense to allow rainwater from your roof to hit the soil.

Mr Kotei admonished Ghanaians to inculcate the habit of rainwater harvest to reduce flooding issues.

“Go to places like Sweduro or Nyaakrom some buildings are about collapsing and you can even see the foundations of those buildings because the soil covering their foundations has been washed away by erosion. Sweeping of homes is a bogus idea.”

Several lives and property have been lost as a result of perennial flooding in almost all regions of the country in recent times.

Human activities such as the filling of wetlands and lagoons, the dumping of solid waste in drains, the obstruction of lagoons and wetlands for development purposes, construction on drainage channels that restrict stormwater flow, the dumping of waste in drains that reduce their capacity, and inadequate enforcement of planning and building laws by local authorities have been identified as the leading causes of the annual records of flooding.

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]]> Human activities hindering actions to address flooding – Asenso-Boakye  https://www.adomonline.com/human-activities-hindering-actions-to-address-flooding-asenso-boakye/ Fri, 30 Jun 2023 08:48:19 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2266579 Human activities have hindered various actions to address flooding in the country, Francis Asenso-Boakye, the Minister for Works and Housing, has observed.

Such activities as the filling of wetlands and lagoons, the dumping of solid waste in drains, the obstruction of lagoons and wetlands for development purposes, construction on drainage channels that restrict stormwater flow, the dumping of waste in drains that reduce their capacity, and inadequate enforcement of planning and building laws by local authorities are some of the human impediments. 

Mr Asenso-Boakye expressed worry about such negative activities when he appraised Parliament, in Accra, on measures taken to address flooding in the country following recent heavy downpours. 

He told the House that, despite the government’s allocation of GH¢450 million for drain construction and desilting since 2018, human activities had made it challenging to tackle the recurring issue of flooding. 

“Mr Speaker, it has become more evident that human activities are severely impeding the government’s efforts to tackle flooding. 

“The observation includes blocking of lagoons and wetlands with construction materials for development purposes, building on drainage channels and blocking the free flow of stormwater, dumping of solid waste in drains thereby reducing their capacity to hold stormwater and the gap in the enforcement of planning and building laws by the various MDAs,” he said. 

Mr Asenso-Boakye, also Member of Parliament (MP) for Bantama, said flooding in the capital, Accra, especially, was considered a national security issue; and the Ministry was engaging with other relevant agencies to resolve the issue. 

“Mr Speaker, Cabinet noted the need to consider flooding in Accra as a national security issue since effective law enforcement has a role to play in resolving the issue. Subsequently, the Cabinet constituted a committee to develop a comprehensive plan with appropriate measures to strengthen the enforcement of laws relating to lands and sitting of buildings. 

“While the Committee does its work, my Ministry will continue its engagement with the National Security Ministry in seeking support for the Assemblies to enforce planning laws and building regulations,” he said. 

Touching on the progress made on the projects aimed at mitigating the effects of flooding in Accra, the Minister said since 2018, the government had committed more than GH¢400 million to address flooding under a special programme. 

According to him, under the programme, 384 desilting projects and 202 channel projects were initiated. 

“Mr Speaker, today, 370 desilting projects representing 96 per cent have been completed and 84 drainage channel projects have been completed, with the remaining 118 at various stages of completion and the effects have been the mitigation of flood hazards in beneficiary communities,” he said. 

The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, directed Mr Asenso-Boakye and Mr Ken Ofori-Atta, the Minister for Finance to come to the House to provide details on how the government intends to deal with the recurrent flooding.

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]]> Flood early warning system for Accra completed https://www.adomonline.com/flood-early-warning-system-for-accra-completed/ Thu, 20 Apr 2023 07:55:51 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2241228 Ministry Of Works and Housing says it has made significant progress in efforts to mitigate flood risks and reduce the incidence of flooding in flood-prone communities through the 2018 and 2020 National Flood Control Programme.

Addressing a press conference, the sector minister, Francis Asenso Boakye, disclosed that his outfit has deployed all resources available to construct new drains and improve existing ones with a focus on vulnerable communities ahead of the rainy season.

He said the design of the flood early warning system has been completed and processes for the engagement of a service provider will be finalised for deployment to be effected before the major rainy season sets in.

Through the initiative, people living in flood-prone communities in the Greater Accra Region will benefit from the advance notice of flooding to enable them to take steps to protect their lives and properties.

He observed that while progress has been made, there is a need to improve drainage infrastructure in many other communities, dredge drainage channels and water bodies and continue with the flood control programme.

He noted the ministry has identified human activities that undermine the impact of government’s investment to mitigate flood risks.

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He stressed the need for citizens to support government’s efforts by respecting rules and regulations governing settlement planning and avoid development in waterways and drainage buffers.

]]> Aftermath of floods: Water Company shuts down 2 treatment plants https://www.adomonline.com/aftermath-of-floods-water-company-shuts-down-2-treatment-plants/ Wed, 05 Oct 2022 14:48:33 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2168868 The Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) has shut down two water treatment plants as a result of the flooding of the pump stations and damage to equipment.

The plants are the Akyem Oda Treatment Plant in the Eastern Region and the Jambusie Treatment Plant, near Wa in the Upper West Region.

The flooding in Oda was due to torrential rains and illegal mining, also known as galamsey, while rainfall, in addition to the spillage of the Bagre Dam in Burkina Faso, led to the flooding of the plant in Jambusie.

Other plants

Damaged equipment arising from flooding and high turbidity has also resulted in a reduction in production of five other plants of the GWCL, thereby affecting water supply to their catchment areas.

The five plants are the Dalun Treatment Plant in the Northern Region, the Densuano Treatment Plant, which serves Koforidua and surrounding areas in the Eastern Region, the Daboase Treatment Plant in the Western Region and the Winneba and the Kwanyarko Treatment plants in the Central Region.

The Head of Public Relations and Communications of the GWCL, Stanley Martey, in an interview with the Daily Graphic, said the heavy rains and the spillage of the Bagre Dam had caused many dams and rivers from which the GWCL drew raw water for treatment to overflow their maximum limits.

For instance, he said, the Nawuni River, which feeds the Dalun Treatment Plant, and the Black Volta, which serves the Jambusie Treatment Plant, overflowed their banks, flooding the pump houses of the intake points and causing damage to some equipment and infrastructure of the company.

Furthermore, the company’s pump house at the intake point (abstraction point) of the Oda Treatment Plant had been flooded, causing damage to equipment such as electronic control panels and pumps, leading to its complete shutdown, he said.

Effects

Mr Martey said the shutdown of the Oda Plant had affected water supply to Oda, Akwatia and Kade.

He said residents of Koforidua were also experiencing low pressure in some areas of the municipality due to the flooding of the plant at Densuano.

“The flooding has affected all the equipment at the plant,” he added.

Weija Dam

The Weija Dam is currently at 49.5 feet (ft), as against the maximum operating level of 48ft, and Mr Martey said spillage normally began when the level got to 46.5ft.

As a result, four spill gates have been opened to safeguard the integrity of the dam, save it from collapse and save lives and properties,” he said.

He said in the Upper West Region, the Pump House at the intake of the Jambusie Treatment Plant got flooded and production had to be curtailed.

He added that the rains and the spillage from the Bagre Dam had caused a rise in the water level of the Nawuni River where water is abstracted at Dalun and treated for the people of Tamale.

Mr Martey said two transformers that fed the treatment plant got damaged and power to the plant was curtailed.He said the challenges forced the GWCL to cut production at the plant, while engineers from the Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo) were assisting the GWCL to solve the power problem.

Western RegionThe Head of Communications mentioned similar challenges at Daboase in the Western Region, Winneba and Kwanyarko in the Central Region and other areas.

The Daily Graphic reported that in the Western Region, the challenge had been worsened by the negative effects of galamsey, which had raised the colour and purity (turbidity) level of raw water.

Reports say that the colour of the Pra River, which feeds the Daboase Treatment Plant, has increased from the recommended five Hezen Units (Hu) to 9014Hu, while the turbidity has increased from five tbu to 3,000tbu.

As a result of galamsey activities, the GWCL is using more chemicals and energy to treat water, while spending so much to maintain its machines.

For example, due to the excessive pollution of the Bonsa River in the Western Region, the GWCL now uses 10 bags of alum a day for water treatment, up from the 1.5 bags it used in the past.

Again, at the Daboase Treatment Plant, excessive pollution has resulted in the use of 60 bags of alum a day, up from 20 bags a day in pre-galamsey period.

The management of the company has, however, assured the public and its customers that engineers of the company are doing everything possible to forestall further eventualities.

]]> GWCL assures regular water supply after flooding https://www.adomonline.com/gwcl-assures-regular-water-supply-after-flooding/ Tue, 04 Oct 2022 16:31:55 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2168657 The Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) has assured customers in the Greater Accra, Northern and Upper West regions of regular service despite flooding incidents at its treatment plants in parts of the country.

Transformers powering the Nawuni-Dalun treatment plant have been damaged while rain waters have flooded the pump house at the Jambusi plant.

The Communications Head for the Company, Stanley Martey, gave this assurance in an interview with Joy FM on Monday.

“Affected areas will have low pressures but will still have water because you have to do water demand management within the metropolis so that you can share the water equitably, so that is under control,” he said.

Touching on the Weija dam, Mr Martey said GWCL had to open four spill gates of the Weija treatment to save the integrity of the dam.

]]> 50 killed and many displaced in northern Nigeria flooding https://www.adomonline.com/50-killed-and-many-displaced-in-northern-nigeria-flooding/ Mon, 15 Aug 2022 15:30:17 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2150031 At least 50 people have died and “many” displaced after recent torrential rains caused flooding in northern Nigeria, Sani Yusuf, executive secretary of the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) for Jigawa State said.

“When you go around [Jigawa State], we lost about 50 people to the flood,” Yusuf told reporters on camera Sunday from the city of Dutse, which was broadcast by local media.

Yusuf said at least 237 homes had been damaged in the area of Balangu alone, forcing people into temporary camps. Eleven temporary camps have been set up for those displaced, he said.

Nigeria’s Federal Minister of Humanitarian Affairs Sadiya Farouq also visited Jigawa State recently to distribute relief materials, the federal ministry tweeted.

“This incident is particularly sad because it has become perennial. This is causing serious damage to schools, houses, and the livelihood of the people,” Farouq told reporters on camera.

Farouq said Nigeria’s President Muhammadu Buhari has directed the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management to activate National Emergency Management Agency to provide the necessary support to those affected by the floods.

The floods come after days of severe thunderstorms, which have prompted flash flooding warnings from the Nigerian Meteorological Agency.

Many parts of Jigawa are vulnerable to flooding after rainstorms. Earlier in August, around seven people died and dozens of buildings were destroyed following flooding from heavy rains in seven districts in the northeastern Nigerian state.

Last year, more than 120 families were displaced in the state’s Guri district when their homes were submerged by floods after a heavy downpour.

‘No quick solution’

Water resources minister, Suleiman Adamu, who is also from Jigawa told local media two years ago there were no quick solutions to the state’s flooding problem, and not even funding could curb it.

“Desilting a river is not a solution to flooding, it’s a temporary solution, it takes a lot of money. If all the budgets of the federal government and Jigawa State are combined to desilt River Hadejia, we cannot achieve it,” Adamu said, adding that: “There are no short-term measures to stop flooding but we can mitigate and do early warning.”

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]]> Korle Bu Endoscopy Unit to be relocated https://www.adomonline.com/korle-bu-endoscopy-unit-to-be-relocated/ Fri, 24 Jun 2022 17:55:45 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2130394 Management of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has announced efforts are being made to relocate the Endoscopy Unit of the facility to a more conducive environment.

This comes on the back of a flooding incident following a downpour that submerged parts of Accra.

The hospital in a statement explained that there has been a partial demolition of some old structures to make way for the second phase of the construction of a new Psychiatry Department to improve mental health services.

The demolition they noted has resulted in debris which obstructs run-off and drainage around the Endoscopy Unit, hence the flooding.

Meanwhile, they have apologised for any inconvenience the flooding posed.

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]]> Dozens killed in India over flooding https://www.adomonline.com/dozens-killed-in-india-over-flooding/ Mon, 20 Jun 2022 09:39:05 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2128198 At least 59 people are known to have died in lightning strikes and landslides triggered by severe monsoon storms in India and Bangladesh.

Millions of people have been stranded while emergency workers have struggled to reach those affected.

Forecasters are warning that the flooding is expected to get worse over the next few days.

Bangladesh government officials have described the recent flooding as the country’s worst since 2004.

Unrelenting rains over the last week have inundated vast swathes of the country’s north-east region, exacerbated by runoff from heavy downpours across mountains in neighbouring India.

Schools have been converted into makeshift shelters and troops have been deployed to evacuate households cut off from neighbouring communities as a result of rising waters.

Bangladesh government officials have described the floods as the country’s worst since 2004/ Image Credit: GETTY IMAGES

“The whole village went under water by early Friday and we all got stranded,” Lokman, whose family lives in Companiganj village in Bangladesh, told AFP news agency.

“After waiting a whole day on the roof of our home, a neighbour rescued us with a makeshift boat. My mother said she has never seen such floods in her entire life,” the 23-year-old added.

A patient is moved to a higher floor as flood waters enter a hospital in Sylhet, Bangladesh/ Image Credit: GETTY IMAGES

In Assam state in neighbouring India, more than 1.8 million people have been affected by floods after five days of incessant downpours.

Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma told reporters he had instructed district officials to provide “all necessary help and relief” to those caught in the flooding.

“Our house is submerged in water. I’ve never seen such huge floods in my life,” Husna Begum, a resident of Udiana village in Assam, told the BBC.

The 28-year-old has been living in a rickety plastic tent with her children since Thursday. “There is no drinking water in the camp here. My son has a fever but I am unable to take him to the doctor,” she said.

Ronju Chaudhary, who lives in the same village, described the scale of the flooding. “We are surrounded by water on all sides. There’s water inside our homes too,” he said.

Army soldiers evacuated flood victims following heavy monsoon rainfall in India’s Assam state/ Image Credit: GETTY IMAGES

This week’s rains come as Bangladesh’s Sylhet region was still recovering from its worst floods in nearly two decades in late May, when at least 10 people were killed and four million others were affected.

Syed Rafiqul Haque, a former lawmaker, said Bangladesh was at risk of a humanitarian crisis with “almost the entire Sylhet-Sunamganj belt.. under water and millions of people… stranded”.

Some 3.1 million people were displaced in the region, officials said, with 200,000 of them now being housed in makeshift shelters on higher ground.

Seasonal monsoon rains represent a lifeline for farmers across South Asia, but typically cause deaths and destruction to property every year. Bangladesh and India have both experienced increasingly extreme weather in recent years.

Environmentalists – while not ascribing single weather events to climate change – do warn it could lead to more disasters, especially in countries that are low-lying and densely populated.

]]> SOS message to travellers en route Cape Coast-Twifo Praso road https://www.adomonline.com/sos-message-to-travellers-en-route-cape-coast-twifo-praso-road/ Sat, 18 Jun 2022 23:28:35 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2127952 The Ghana Highway Authority has cautioned commuters and motorists after hours of rainfall resulted in flooding in some parts of the Central Region.

In a statement, the outfit indicated a washout of bridge approaches at Jukwa has rendered the Cape Coast – Twifo Praso road inaccessible.

The road has, therefore, been cut off by the rains at Jukwa bridge.


Motorists travelling between Cape Coast and Twifo Praso have therefore been advised to use Cape Coast – Yamoransa – Assin Fosu – Twifo Praso road.

Meanwhile, the Authority is mobilising to solve the problem as soon as possible while some personnel have been deployed to the scene to ensure safe commuting.

They have also apologised for any inconveniences the situation has caused.

]]> Part of bridge linking Cape Coast-Twifo Praso road caves in [Video] https://www.adomonline.com/part-of-bridge-linking-cape-coast-twifo-praso-road-caves-in-video/ Sat, 18 Jun 2022 23:17:06 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2127963

A heavy downpour in the Central Region has washed away portion of a bridge linking the Cape Coast-Twifo Praso road cutting it into two.

The road has completely caved in rendering the route inaccessible to motorists.

The bridge serves commuters from Cape Coast to Jukwa and also from Dunkwa-On-Offin.

A house belonging to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Export Import Bank, Lawrence Agyinsam, was flooded.

The EXIM Bank CEO’s house is built in a wetland area.

Information gathered by Adom News‘ Kafui Justice indicated the residence of the Denkyira queen mother was also flooded.

Her linguist, Nana Agyemang, who confirmed this, said the downpour is novel to them.

David Okantah, assemblyman for Jukwa East electoral area, called on the government to immediately come and fix the road to enable transportation to go on.

Meanwhile, the Regional NADMO Director, Joe Donkoh and his team are on grounds to ensure the safety of residents and communters who have been stranded.

He has also admonished residents with their buildings in low-lying areas to relocate as more rains are expected in the coming days.

]]> Musician iOna cries out for help after flood renders her homeless https://www.adomonline.com/musician-iona-cries-out-for-help-after-flood-renders-her-homeless/ Wed, 01 Jun 2022 09:51:36 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2120420 Budding songstress iOna Reine and her family are currently living on the edge as the recent incessant rainfall has rendered her homeless.

The songstress said rainwater has covered her McCarthy Hills apartment, forcing her to sleep outside with her children since last Saturday.

In an emotional interview with Zionfelix, she recounted the shock on her face when she caught sight of her belongings floating inside the dirty water which had reached waist level.

“It was really scary. Everything was scattered. The bed was floating, I had to lift my children to the top because they were scared and screaming ‘mummy I’m afraid. It just broke my heart,” he said.

iOna revealed the situation has cost her most of her electrical appliances and clothes. She also revealed she, in the last few days, has been making efforts to dredge the water out of her abode.

She expressed shock at the whole flooding issue as her area is not noted to be a waterlogged spot.

However, she indicated there had been a flooding situation some three years ago, but it was relatively better.

She blamed the situation on poor planning and housing projects on the waterways, while siding with president Akufo-Addo’s diagnosis of human behaviour being a major factor of flooding in Ghana.

]]> Floods impeding academic activities in Ghana – GNACOPS Boss laments https://www.adomonline.com/floods-impeding-academic-activities-in-ghana-gnacops-boss-laments/ Thu, 26 May 2022 15:15:39 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2118713 The Executive Director for Ghana National Council of Private Schools (GNACOPS) Enoch Kwasi Gyetuah has said that most private schools are facing a lot of challenges when it comes to flooding in Ghana.

According to him, most school children cannot move from home anytime it rains because flooding has been the order of the day, especially in Greater Accra.

“This is a worry because we have structured our syllabus with the number of weeks we have so if students are not able to go to school because the whole place is flooded due to rainfall, then it affects the academic performance of the child because the final examination is written by all regardless of you been able to complete your syllabus or not,” he said at a media briefing.

He also pointed out that this flooding issue we are facing as a country poses a lot of threats to school children.

GNACOPS Boss, Enoch Kwasi Gyetuah


“This is because some electrical wires do fall off as a result of strong winds which ushers the heavy downpour in. After the rains, these wires are no longer visible and school children who are not privileged to have parents pick them up after school will find themselves trucked by such electrification,” he added.

Mr Gyetuah further pleaded with the Director-General of NADMO, Eric Nana Agyeman Prempeh to help curb this flood situation by putting measures such as fining anyone caught dumping refuse into gutters.

He proposed two years imprisonment for persons caught dumping refuses at inappropriate places.

He also called on the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) to give much attention to the issuing of permits for construction.

]]> Accra floods again after another downpour https://www.adomonline.com/accra-floods-twice-in-four-days-after-another-downpour/ Tue, 24 May 2022 09:15:13 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2117569 Parts of Accra have been submerged for the second time in four days.

The latest incident happened when the rain started at midnight of Tuesday, May 24.

Some areas in the capital affected include Kaneshie, Adabraka, Weija, Teshie, Kwame Nkrumah Circle, Dansoman, Tse Addo and Tesano among others.

The torrential rain which has lasted over 7 hours has caused many residents to abandon their homes and seek shelter elsewhere.

The previous incident on Saturday night saw a similar situation where many were left counting their losses after the downpour.

Today, social media is back within the cycle as the platforms are awash with images of flooded areas homes and cries for help.

Below are some reactions on social media.

]]> Parts of Accra flooded after dawn rains https://www.adomonline.com/parts-of-accra-flooded-after-dawn-rains/ Sat, 14 May 2022 12:24:02 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2114558 Following almost four hours of rain, parts of Accra and other urban centres in the Greater Accra Region including Kaneshie and Tema have been flooded.

Also some roads in Kasoa in the Central Region have been obstructed following the rains that began at dawn, Saturday morning.

This comes after the Ghana Meteorological Agency earlier warned of “pockets of rain over Southern Ghana.”

Parts of Accra flooded after dawn rains

“Breaks of sunshine will be experienced later. Afternoon to evening rains is expected over parts of the middle and northern sectors,” the Agency added.

Already, some Ghanaians have taken to Twitter to share videos of flooded areas after the rain;

]]> Three persons feared drowned after Ahenema Kokoben flood https://www.adomonline.com/three-persons-feared-drowned-after-ahenema-kokoben-flood/ Tue, 28 Sep 2021 16:49:19 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=2021074 Three persons are feared drowned at Ahenema Kokoben in Kumasi after a downpour, Monday evening.

About three hours of torrential rains left part of the Kumasi-Obuasi road flooded.

The people who were part of a group who joined a KIA truck jumped off as the rain pulled the vehicle which attempted to cross.

At the time of filing this report, the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) was yet to visit the scene.

Residents are blaming poor construction and building in waterways for the flood.

Other areas of the city witnessed similar incidents.

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]]> Asafo Market traders jubilate over demolition of building in waterway [Video+Photos] https://www.adomonline.com/asafo-market-traders-jubilate-over-demolition-of-building-in-waterway-videophotos/ Tue, 29 Jun 2021 11:24:37 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=1980008 Traders at the Asafo Market in the Ashanti Region have expressed joy over the demolition of a storey building that had been built on a waterway in the market.

The demolition came after traders issued a seven-day ultimatum to the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) to pull down the structure.

They alleged that the market gets flooded whenever there was a downpour due to the presence of the building.

Asafo Market traders jubilate over demolition of storey building causing flood

The demolition of the building was reportedly ordered by the Minister for Works and Housing, Francis Asenso Boakye.

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Asafo Market traders jubilate over demolition of storey building causing flood

“We are very happy; the building becomes a hindrance to our progress anytime it rains,” a trader said.

“Most of us have lost a lot of our properties. We are grateful to the government for the demolition of this building,” she added.

Asafo Market traders jubilate over demolition of storey building causing flood
]]> Beyi W’ano: We need immediate attention – Assembly Members cry https://www.adomonline.com/beyi-wano-we-need-immediate-attention-assembly-members-cry/ Mon, 28 Jun 2021 15:35:07 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=1979386 Assembly Members at Akwasa and New Weija East Electoral areas in the Ga South Municipality are calling on the government to, as a matter of urgency, help address the perennial flooding in the area as the rainy season begins.

Residents at the Block Factory, SCC, Broadcasting all the way to parts of the Weija Old Barrier and its environs have been victims of perennial flooding as a result of drainage systems in the area with several displaced and properties destroyed annually.

Speaking on the Beyi W’ano segment of Adom 106.3 FM’s morning show, Dwaso Nsem, Monday, Assemblyman for Akwasa, Yaw Atamfuri, said all attempts to get the attention of relevant authorities over the years have proven futile.

Until last year when a contract was awarded for waterways to be created, Mr Atamfuri explained there have been times the assembly had to mobilise its own resources to desilt gutters coupled with occasional support from the urban roads.

He said the contractor was now mobilising resources and was yet to commence work but another big hurdle is a Ghana Water Company pipeline close to the gutter line which needs to be relocated.

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Despite notices served the company, Mr Atamfuri said they were yet to take any action regarding the relocation of the pipeline to pave way for work to begin.

Assemblywoman for Weija East, Grace Ntiamoah, who also spoke on the show, complained of similar issues affecting her people.

The duo has therefore appealed to the government to treat the matter as urgent to bring a lasting solution.      

Meanwhile, the Ghana Meteorological Agency has predicted that more floods will hit Ghana’s major cities of Accra and Kumasi during this year’s rainy season.       

]]> Cause of Kejetia Market flooding revealed https://www.adomonline.com/cause-of-kejetia-market-flooding-revealed/ Mon, 28 Jun 2021 14:44:06 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=1979505 Consultant to the multinational firm, Contracta UK limited, Emmanuel Danso, has said human activities have contributed to the incidents of flooding following a downpour at the Kejetia Market.

According to him, the drainage system connecting Race-Course to the Kumasi Zoo and other areas around the market is choked.

“Throwing waste indiscriminately was a major factor of the flooding; traders must learn to manage waste to curb unfortunate incidents like these,” he said in an interview with Nhyira FM.

Mr Danso’s revelation comes after traders at the market accused the company and city authorities of shoddy work.

A two-day downpour on Wednesday and Thursday flooded the ground floor of the market, affecting over 500 stores.

The rains left many traders and residents devastated as roof leakages at the new market were an eyesore.

Leaders of the traders association, Michael Kwabena Fosu and Patricia Acheampong, in an interview with Nhyira FM, said they were disappointed.

They asked the city authorities to ensure that such issues do not occur at the Central Market facility site when it is completed.

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Mr Danso, however, explained that their men have always been on standby at the Market for periodic maintenance, therefore, the flooding was not as a result of shoddy works as claimed by the traders.

Meanwhile, the Chairman of the Kejetia Petty Traders Association has called for the re-engineering of the drainage system.

He also called on the authorities to relocate traders who are unlawfully plying their wares on pavements around the Kejetia Market.

]]> Perennial flooding: Housing Minister calls for stakeholder support https://www.adomonline.com/perennial-flooding-housing-minister-calls-for-stakeholder-support/ Thu, 25 Mar 2021 18:25:11 +0000 https://www.adomonline.com/?p=1939089 Government has reiterated its resolve at improving the perennial flooding challenges in Accra through the implementation of the Greater Accra Resilient and Integrated Development (GARID) project with funding from the World Bank.

Chairman of the inter-ministerial committee and Housing Minister, Francis Asenso-Boakye, said the project, when completed, will help improve flood risk and solid waste management.

He said it will also improve access to basic infrastructure and services in the targeted flood-prone communities in the Greater Accra Region.

“The project also seeks to improve access to basic infrastructure and services in targeted flood-prone communities and foster adaptation of the flood management infrastructure to climate change in the region,” he added.

He was speaking at the 3rd Steering Committee meeting of the GARID project held in Accra.

GARID is a collaborative effort of four implementing ministries, that is, the Ministry of Works and Housing; Ministry of Sanitation and Water Resources; Ministry of Local Government, Decentralisation and Rural Development.

“The Government believes that no Ghanaian deserves to die or lose his/her property just because God has decided to bless us with rains.

“Every single life is important, and that is why we are making the right investments to find more lasting solutions to sanitation and flooding challenges in Accra,” said Mr Asenso-Boakye.

The Minister also underscored the importance of stakeholder support, especially from the public.

“I am certain that the holistic approach being adopted by the GARID project in tackling the twin challenges of flooding and solid waste management will help improve sanitation and flooding situations in Accra.

“I, therefore, appeal to all stakeholders, especially residents of Accra and affected areas to support this initiative”, he asserted.

The meeting was also attended by the Sanitation Minister, Cecilia Abena Dapaah; Ministry for Local Government, Decentralisation and Rural Development, Dan Botwe as well as officials from the project implementing office ministries.

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