A torrential downpour swept through various parts of the Greater Accra Region, causing widespread damages to properties and infrastructure.

Videos and images shared across social media platforms painted a grim picture of the damage. Massive signboards and billboards were seen collapsed, scattered across roads and public spaces, creating obstructions and potential safety hazards.

The force of the rain also uprooted several trees, which in turn crushed vehicles parked beneath or near them, leaving owners with unprecedented losses.

Some areas experienced flooding, making roads impassable and leaving commuters stranded.

A GhanaWeb roving report provided a closer look at some of these areas, including Madina, UPSA, ARS, and American House, showing scenes of distress, with cars submerged or damaged by falling debris.

Also, some major roads were deteriorated or blocked by the rains, while several homes suffered extensive water damage.

At UPSA, several large trees were uprooted, crashing onto streetlights and causing their poles and cables to collapse onto the ground.

In an interview with GhanaWeb, the Director General of Operations at the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), Teddy Safori Addi, explained that the organization was alerted to the unfortunate incidents, prompting their swift response.

He stated that upon receiving information about the disaster, he immediately dispatched personnel to the scene to address the situation.

“We heard of the unfortunate incident during the rains. We received a call from the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) informing us of a disaster around UPSA. So, quickly, we deployed men to the scene.

“The team reported back to the EOC that a tree had fallen and blocked the road. This morning, we came to the site to ensure the tree was cut down and the road was cleared for traffic. As it stands, our team is working tirelessly to salvage the situation,” he said.

Teddy Safori Addi added that the team had visited other locations in Accra that had also suffered similar destructions due to the rains.

He noted that at the ANC Mall, a contractor had already been engaged to repair the solar panel that had collapsed and damaged vehicles parked in the area.

He further stated that the affected car owners were gradually recovering from the incident.

“It wasn’t only UPSA. We’ve been to Kotobabi, ANC Mall, Spintex. These issues appear to be of a similar nature—fallen trees obstructing roads. We are ensuring these areas are attended to so that roads can become accessible once again.

“At ANC Mall, the management team there had already reached out to a contractor who resolved the panel issue completely. Vehicle owners who were affected in that area are now gradually recovering from the situation,” he disclosed.

Taking the opportunity to address the public, Teddy urged Ghanaians to be proactive by reporting poor drainage systems in their communities and avoid building in flood-prone zones.

He emphasised that many of the problems observed after the disaster were linked to buildings constructed on waterways, which worsen flooding during heavy rains.

He assured the public that NADMO remains committed and ready to assist in resolving such issues and mitigating future disasters

“As we enter the rainy season, we are emphasising public sensitisation. We urge residents to address potential challenges like blocked drainage systems and avoid building in flood-prone zones. Many of the affected areas have construction obstructing waterways, making it difficult for rainwater to flow. This continues to be a major challenge we face.

“We are committed to resolving these issues while raising awareness among the public. Gradual improvements are underway, but much work remains to be done,” Teddy told GhanaWeb TV’s Ebenezer Ackah.

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