By After a torrential downpour on Monday morning, Accra, Ghana’s capital, faced another episode of flooding.
The heavy rainfall caused severe traffic congestion on roads, leaving many corporate workers, traders, students, and motorists stranded and drenched.
In locations such as Pokuase, Achimota, Odawna, Tesano, and Alajo, motorists were forced to pull over on the roadside, seeking shelter from the relentless rain.
Fellow Ghanaians…🥹
A Resident in Tesano caught dumping 'borla' on a flooded street. Heavy rainfall on Monday leaves parts of Accra flooded, exposing poor waste management practices. #AccraFloods #CitiNewsroom pic.twitter.com/fxKr87sW64
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The busy thoroughfares are now filled with stationary vehicles, while others resort to walking to reach their destinations, dampening the enthusiasm for the second week of May.
Regrettably, it has become commonplace for Accra to be inundated with floods, even after the lightest rainfall. Adding to the issue, many have exploited the situation by dumping their garbage into the waterways, exacerbating the problem.
Some parts of Accra have experienced flooding due to heavy rains due to Monday’s heavy downpour.
Strong winds have also uprooted trees, blocking roads and disrupting traffic flow in some areas. Please prioritize your safety!
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Within an hour of rainfall, a purported resident was caught on camera, submerging his rubbish bin entirely in the flood, disposing of his garbage.
FLOOD ALERT!
Heavy rains cause flooding in parts of Accra. Stay safe and share updates and photos of the situation in your area with us via DM #CitiNewsroom #FloodsInAccra pic.twitter.com/JYmIFJBOXc
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This might not be an isolated incident, and unfortunately, it may not be the last one either. The drainage systems in many parts of Accra are clogged with plastics, wrappers, and cans, leading to overflowing rubbish and posing a potential risk for disease outbreaks.
Source: Citi FM/TV
