The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has forecast more rainfall across Accra and its surrounding areas from Monday evening into Tuesday, raising concerns over further flooding.
The forecast comes after hours of heavy rainfall triggered widespread flooding in several parts of the capital, inundating roads, displacing residents, and disrupting transport and other activities.
Deputy Director-General (Operations) of GMet, Dr Ignatius Kweku Williams in an interview on the Channel One TV said there is a high probability of continued rainfall in the coming hours, with another likely spell of rain expected early Tuesday morning.
He urged the public to remain alert and regularly check official updates from the agency as weather conditions remain unstable.
“I will use this opportunity to engage people: please, even if you are on the go, check our social media handles. X is Ghana Meteorological Agency, and you will find this information,” he said.
The warning comes as several communities in Accra continue to recover from flooding triggered by hours of continuous rainfall from Sunday night into Monday morning.
Areas including Kaneshie, Adabraka, Circle, Weija, Adentan, East Legon, Achimota, Spintex and sections around the Kwame Nkrumah Interchange were among the worst affected, with major roads submerged and vehicular movement severely disrupted.
Motorists were forced to navigate through deep floodwaters or abandon their routes entirely, while heavy traffic congestion left many commuters stranded across the city.
In low-lying communities, residents woke up to floodwaters entering homes and shops, leading to frantic efforts to salvage belongings as water levels rose rapidly.
Emergency services are yet to provide a full assessment of the damage or confirm whether there have been any casualties, as response teams continue to monitor affected areas.
Authorities have meanwhile advised motorists to avoid flooded roads and urged residents in flood-prone areas to remain cautious as the rainy season intensifies.
Recurring flooding in Accra has often been linked to inadequate drainage systems, rapid urban expansion, and the blockage of waterways through improper waste disposal, issues that continue to worsen the impact of seasonal rainfall.
