Perennial flooding: Parts of Accra submerged once again; residents urged to remain indoors

The perennial flooding in Accra resurfaced on Saturday night after a heavy downpour left several parts of the city flooded.

The over 12-hour downpour resulted in heavy gridlock in major parts of the road in Accra leaving commuters stranded at lorry parks and bus stops.

Since 1968, the capital city at the slightest of rainfalls records devastation to communities as a result of floods.

Some of the worst hit areas of Saturday’s floods include Kaneshie, Kwame Nkrumah Circle, Madina, Awoshie, Odorkor and Santa Maria.

The latest incident has led to a flood alert warning from the Ghana Police Service which has called on drivers to avoid the “Graphic Road towards Kaneshie and Agbogbloshie due to the rising level of the Odaw River.”

A statement on its social media handles also urged residents of affected areas to remain indoors while help comes to them.

“In addition to the above, motorists and commuters should exercise great caution when using the La Beach – Kpeshie Lagoon Road towards Teshie-Nungua as well as roads that are linked by culverts and bridges,” the statement added.

Parts of Accra flooded during Saturday’s rains
“…anyone who is stranded due to the downpour and requires help should contact the Police on the emergency numbers 18555, 191 or 0302787373,” the police added.