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The National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) has confirmed that five people lost their lives following flash floods that hit several parts of the Greater Accra Region on Sunday, May 18.
According to NADMO, the fatalities were largely due to inadequate drainage systems and unregulated urban development. Speaking on Channel One TV’s Breakfast Daily on Friday, the Director of Inspectorate at NADMO, Richard Amo Yartey, revealed the locations of the tragic incidents.
“Our records indicate that five lives were lost, three in the Ga East Municipality and two in the Adenta Municipality. It is so unfortunate, and it also tells us that we need to intensify our education. I will advise citizens to pay attention to weather warnings. It is in our interest to stay informed about potential risks,” he said.
Mr. Yartey emphasized that the severe flooding wasn’t caused by a heavy downpour, but rather the city’s poor infrastructure and lack of effective drainage to accommodate even moderate rainfall. The Ghana Meteorological Agency noted that only 25 millimetres of rain fell, but earlier showers and excessive surface runoff from higher areas worsened the situation.
Communities including Adenta, Kaneshie, Weija, Adabraka, and parts of Tema were among the hardest hit. Several roads became impassable, vehicles were swept away, and many residents were left stranded or displaced.
NADMO has renewed calls for the enforcement of building regulations and improved urban planning to mitigate the risk of future disasters.
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