Heavy rains that began late Sunday and persisted into Monday morning inundated several parts of Ghana’s capital, flooding major roads, disrupting traffic and forcing commuters to navigate widespread delays at the start of the workweek.

Floodwaters submerged sections of key transport corridors, including the N1 Highway, Apenkwa-Tesano, the Accra-Kasoa road, Weija, Mallam, Achimota, Spintex, Atomic Junction in Madina, Kaneshie, Darkuman Junction and portions of the Kwame Nkrumah Interchange, according to residents and motorists.

Traffic slowed to a crawl as vehicles negotiated waterlogged roads, while some drivers abandoned flooded routes altogether. The prolonged downpour compounded congestion during the morning rush hour, delaying thousands of workers and students.

In several flood-prone communities, rising water entered homes and businesses, prompting residents to move furniture, merchandise and other valuables to higher ground to limit damage.
Authorities advised motorists to avoid flooded roads and urged residents in vulnerable areas to remain alert and relocate to safer locations where necessary.

The flooding underscores Accra’s recurring struggles with heavy rainfall, as inadequate drainage infrastructure, poor waste management and rapid urban expansion continue to heighten flood risks across the city.

Emergency officials are expected to assess the extent of the damage as conditions improve and additional reports emerge.

Source:TheDotNews