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More than 500 police officers have been deployed across Greater Accra to provide security and support for the National General Cleaning Exercise on July 10 and 11. The operation is part of government’s efforts to improve sanitation and prevent future flooding following recent heavy rains.
FeaturedThe Ghana Armed Forces will deploy personnel and engineers nationwide to clear blocked drains, streams, and waterways as part of efforts to reduce flooding across the country. The operation will also involve the removal of illegal structures within waterways that pose an immediate risk to public safety and worsen flood conditions.
Prophet Kumchacha says his church is not located on a waterway, explaining that the recent flooding was caused by an inadequate drain behind the building. He has appealed to President John Dramani Mahama to expand the gutter and encouraged flood victims to stay hopeful despite their challenges.
President John Dramani Mahama has urged Ghanaians to remain grateful to God despite the recent floods that claimed lives and caused widespread destruction across parts of the country. He said while the nation mourns the victims, there is still cause to give thanks for the lives that were spared and to remain hopeful as the country rebuilds.
BreakingPresident John Dramani Mahama has directed the immediate release of GH¢300 million from the Contingency Fund to support flood victims and finance long-term flood mitigation projects following the recent floods that affected parts of Accra and other communities in southern Ghana. The package includes GH¢150 million for emergency relief and another GH¢150 million for measures to reduce future flooding.
Former Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia has called on Ghanaians to put politics aside and unite in responding to the recent flood disaster. He described the flooding as a national tragedy, urged the government to declare a state of emergency in the hardest-hit areas, and stressed the need for both immediate relief efforts and long-term solutions to prevent recurring floods.
BreakingA fire outbreak has occurred in Accra’s Industrial Area, prompting a swift response from the Ghana National Fire Service. Authorities are working to contain the blaze, while the cause of the fire and the extent of the damage remain under investigation.
BreakingA motorist became stranded at Taifa Junction after his vehicle got stuck in floodwaters caused by heavy rainfall in Accra. Authorities are urging drivers to avoid flooded roads and prioritize their safety as the rains continue.
A tenant who recently rented a house at Lakeside was left devastated after heavy rainfall caused muddy floodwaters to invade her room, damaging her belongings. A video of the incident has sparked reactions online, with many expressing sympathy while others highlighted the area’s long-standing flooding challenges.