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A two-hour downpour in Kumasi on Tuesday night caused heavy flooding at Kaase in the Asokwa municipality, resulting in the destruction of homes and stalls.
The flooding led to traffic congestion, leaving many stranded for several hours.
Affected residents and traders attributed the flooding to choked gutters and the blockade of waterways, which have been exacerbated by indiscriminate construction in wetlands in the area.
They expressed concern that the flooding is a recurring problem. One resident observed that "if it rains for just two hours, it causes problems, so imagine what would happen if it rains for three days; lives will be lost."
An opinion leader in the Kaase community, Rev. Oheneba Acheampong, noted there are two drainage systems in the area which should allow for free flow of rainwater.
However, when the drains get choked, flooding occurs.
"It has destroyed our businesses over the years, and we're calling on the Asokwa Municipal Assembly to take a closer look at the drain to stop the flooding," he said.
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