Several parts of Accra have been submerged following heavy rainfall on Wednesday, causing disruption to transport, business activities, and daily life in affected communities.

The downpour triggered flooding in areas including Circle, Kaneshie, Pantang, Ashaley Botwe Lakeside, Ashaiman, Sakumono, Kanewu, Adjei Kojo, sections of the Agbogba–Ashongman Road, Lakeside, among others.

At Kaneshie Market, floodwaters swept through parts of the trading area, destroying goods and leaving several market women counting their losses.

Lakeside pic.twitter.com/sD3g30Y6Qr
— Mr.Maxy (@_mistamaxy) June 3, 2026

The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has forecast mixed weather conditions across the country from June 3 to June 5, 2026, with thunderstorms, rain, mist, and occasional sunshine expected in different ecological zones.

Christian Village (Dome) Affected as Heavy Rains Cause Flooding pic.twitter.com/77VFJASotg
— Mr.Maxy (@_mistamaxy) June 3, 2026

The agency noted that the overall risk level remains low, but advised residents to remain alert to localised weather disturbances, particularly during morning and evening hours.

Meanwhile, the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has issued a public safety alert following the downpour, warning residents in flood-prone areas to take precautionary measures against possible flash floods.

The Service said it has activated emergency response channels and urged residents to contact emergency services when necessary. It reminded the public to use 112, as well as Fire Management Centre lines 0302 772 446 and 0299 340 383, among other emergency numbers.

DISCLAIMER: The Views, Comments, Opinions, Contributions and Statements made by Readers and Contributors on this platform do not necessarily represent the views or policy of Multimedia Group Limited.

Tags:

Accra floods again after Wednesday rain

Suggested for you

More Stories

Man holds people hostage in California bank, FBI kills him after

Meta workers can now avoid work tracking – but only for thirty minutes

DACF, Wahu Mobility partner to roll out 5,000 electric motorcycles across Ghana

'You Have Done Very Well': Multimedia COO Ken Ansah Praises Jeffrey Nortey's Journey And Offers Support

Strong governance is key to unlock climate investment – Elikem Kotoko at Ghana-UK Summit

Forests are now investment assets, not just conservation assets – Elikem Kotoko

Discussion