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Latest reports indicate that over 1000 households have been affected after heavy rains hit parts of the Central Region.
The rain, which started on Saturday afternoon, lasted several hours causing severe flooding in the Komenda-Edina Ebirem Municipality.
Although some households have survived the floods, the situation is getting worse in other areas.
Over 100 houses in Komenda flattened due to overflowing rivers. #JoyNews pic.twitter.com/Z1R7HJmrut
— JoyNews (@JoyNewsOnTV) June 19, 2022
JoyNews Kwadwo Nyarko reports that officials of NADMO have been at the scene to ascertain the impact of the floods as well as what help to offer victims.
According to Kwadwo Nyarko, over 1000 houses have now been affected.
Below are videos and photos:
Komenda floods: One confirmed dead, many trapped and nearly 1,000 people affected. #JoyNews pic.twitter.com/V1G2fmlRVO
— JoyNews (@JoyNewsOnTV) June 19, 2022
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