Thunderstorm Warning: Ghana Meteorological Agency Sends Alert to Accra, Kasoa, and Parts of Ashanti

• Thunderstorms are expected in some major parts of the country, according to the Ghana Meteorological Agency
• The Ghana Meteorological Agency's weather update noted that areas from at least four regions are likely to be affected
• The agency highlighted areas that were expected to remain dry despite the oncoming thunderstorms

The Ghana Meteorological Agency has warned of localised thunderstorms, and rainfall is expected later today across Accra, Kasoa, and parts of the Ashanti Region.

The update came in its 24-hour forecast issued on November 27.

According to the notice, likely to be affected include Accra, Kasoa, Kumasi, Obuasi, Tarkwa, Cape Coast, Takoradi, Axim, and Sefwi Bekwai.

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The Ghana Meteorological Agency reported that mist and fog patches formed over coastal, forest, and hilly areas in the early hours, reducing visibility for commuters.

By mid-morning, sunny conditions are expected nationwide, but these will give way to unstable weather patterns in the afternoon.

The agency says thunderstorms or rain will affect parts of the coastal belt, as well as the middle and transition zones, continuing into the evening.

Northern Ghana is expected to remain fairly dry and slightly hazy throughout the day.

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The forecast also notes relatively cool nighttime and early morning temperatures over the upper regions, while sea conditions are expected to remain rough.

Downpour leads to building collapse

In June this year, Cape Coast was affected by some building collapses after some heavy rain.

Notably, the family house of a former Central Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Allotey Jacobs, collapsed on June 25.

This unfortunate incident claimed the life of a 74-year-old woman after the collapse in the early hours of the day.

Before this, on June 21, a building collapsed during a downpour in Cape Coast, leading to the death of two elderly persons, including a famous photographer.

The deceased from the incident were identified as Obaapanyin Ataa Panyin, aged 79, and Opanyin Emmanuel Ankrah, aged 83.

The Cape Coast local government moved to demolish weak building structures to prevent future disasters following the collapses.

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Ashaiman China Mall floods after downpour

The China Mall at the Ashaiman overhead was flooded during a downpour on September 22, 2023.

Videos online showed staff of the place wading through floodwaters that were more than ankle height.

Some staff members are seen trying to usher customers to the store as a security guard tries to scoop out some of the floodwaters.

The rains caused massive flooding in some parts of the Greater Accra Region, such as Adabraka Sahara, the Tema Motorway, and the TT Brothers.

Sakomono Estate roads flooded

On November 13, YEN.com.gh reported that residents took to social media to complain about flooding in areas.

The rain that morning caused fears of the usual flooding in parts of Ghana. Later, parts of the country were cited as one of the main affected areas by flooding that day.

The flood has forced many drivers to park, while others risked their lives driving through the water.

Source: YEN.com.gh