Ministry of Interior Warns Greater Accra Residents of Possible Flooding on Monday, July 6
- Ghana's Ministry of the Interior issued an emergency weather alert urging Greater Accra residents to prepare for expected rainfall
- The ministry warned of moderate rain between 4 a.m. and 7 a.m. on Monday, July 6, 2026, with a 40 per cent chance of occurrence
- Residents in low-lying areas faced possible flooding, with authorities advising against driving or walking through flooded areas
Ghana's Ministry of the Interior has placed Greater Accra residents on high alert with an emergency weather advisory warning of potential flooding tied to rainfall anticipated in the early hours of Monday, July 6, 2026.
The ministry distributed the alert via text message to residents on Sunday evening (July 5), stating that rainfall had been forecast between 4 a.m. and 7 a.m., carrying a 40 per cent probability of occurrence.
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Flooding risk in low-lying areas of Greater Accra
The Interior Ministry singled out residents in low-lying parts of the Greater Accra region as being particularly at risk, cautioning them to prepare for possible flooding should the anticipated rain materialise.
The advisory stopped short of declaring an emergency but emphasised the need for heightened awareness given the unpredictable nature of the weather.
The public was specifically warned not to drive or walk through flooded roadways, a safety measure aimed at reducing the risk of accidents and fatalities that have historically accompanied heavy rainfall events in the capital.
What Accra residents should do
Beyond avoiding flooded roads, the ministry urged the general public to remain attentive to evolving weather conditions throughout the period covered by the alert.
Residents were encouraged to stay informed and take precautionary steps to protect themselves and their property.
Accra's low-lying communities have long been vulnerable to flooding during periods of intense or sustained rainfall, with poor drainage infrastructure frequently cited as a compounding factor during the rainy season.
The ministry's decision to issue a direct SMS alert reflects the growing efforts by authorities to communicate weather-related risks to the public in real-time ahead of potentially hazardous conditions.
See a copy of the text message below:
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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 the 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 locations close to waterways or even on the waterways themselves, such as Otodjor in Ablekuma West.
There have also been concerns about the impact of poor sanitation on drainage in urban areas.
Watch the YouTube video about the recent floods in Ghana below:
GMet warns as rainstorm advances from Nigeria-Benin
Earlier, YEN.com.gh reported that the Meteorological Agency had forecast thunderstorms and rain across northern and transition Ghana as an active rainstorm moved westward from the Nigeria-Benin border.
The forecast noted that Tamale, Bolgatanga, Wa and Yendi were among areas set to face the heaviest impact, with thunderstorm activity expected, and fishermen were also warned about rough sea conditions.
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Source: YEN.com.gh
