Ghana Weather Alert: Meteorological Agency Warns of Strong Rainstorm Coming From Togo
- A powerful rainstorm originating near the Togo-Ghana northern border is tracking westward into Ghana on Tuesday morning
- Upper East, North East, Northern, and Oti regions face the highest risk of thunderstorms, strong winds, and heavy rain from mid-morning into the afternoon
- Residents in affected areas should secure loose outdoor items and avoid walking or driving through flooded roads
A strong rainstorm sweeping in from the northern borders shared between Togo and Ghana is moving westward into Ghanaian territory later on July 3, threatening heavy rain and thunderstorms across eight regions throughout the day.
The system is expected to affect a broad stretch of the country, from the far north down through central and eastern belt regions, with conditions varying depending on location.
Source: Getty Images
The Upper East, North East, Northern, and Oti regions are forecast to bear the brunt of the storm, according to a Ghana Meteorological Agency update on X.
Thunderstorms and heavy rainfall are expected to arrive from mid-morning and persist well into the afternoon, accompanied by strong to moderate winds.
Residents in these regions are urged to take precautions before the weather deteriorates significantly.
The Bono East, Savannah, Volta, and Upper West regions will also experience rain and thunderstorms, though conditions are expected to develop later in the morning and carry a comparatively lower risk than the northern corridor.
Despite the reduced risk rating, residents in these areas are not exempt from the broader dangers the system brings.
Urban Ghana struggling with flooding
The rainy season has been accompanied by some of the most intense flooding in recent years, partly attributed to poor spatial planning.
Most notably, at least 13 people were confirmed dead in Accra following heavy overnight rainfall on June 29 that triggered widespread flooding across Ghana's capital, with the Ghana National Fire Service warning that the death toll is likely to climb as recovery operations continue.
Areas that have seen flooding have been noted to be in areas close to waterways or even on the waterways themselves, like Otodjor in Ablekuma West.
There have also been concerns about the impact of poor sanitation on drainage in urban areas.
Source: UGC
The Mayor of Accra, Michael Kpakpo Allotey, has also announced a GH¢200 reward for residents who provide photographic evidence of people dumping refuse into gutters or littering public spaces.
The initiative forms part of efforts by the Accra Metropolitan Assembly to strengthen the enforcement of sanitation laws and tackle one of the major causes of flooding in the capital.
City authorities frequently identify indiscriminate waste disposal and choked drains as major contributors to the recurring floods in Accra.
Samini blasts authorities over recent flooding
YEN.com.gh reported that Ghanaian reggae and dancehall artist Emmanuel Andrews Samini, popularly known as Samini, criticised the government over the recent spate of flooding.
He expressed his frustration over the situation, claiming planning has been going on every year since 1957; despite this, the country is still faced with flooding every time.
Samini further blasted the various assemblies responsible for authorising permits for residences to build on waterways.
Source: YEN.com.gh
