A heavy downpour swept across several parts of Accra on Tuesday, causing temporary flooding, traffic congestion and disruptions to commercial activities in parts of the capital.<\/p>\n
The rainfall, which began in the afternoon and continued into the evening, affected major roads and low-lying communities, forcing some commuters and traders to seek shelter as water levels quickly rose.<\/p>\n
Motorists experienced slow movement along key roads while pedestrians struggled through flooded streets in some sections of the city.<\/p>\n
Residents in affected areas expressed concern over recurring flooding during heavy rains, calling for improved drainage systems to reduce the impact on communities.<\/p>\n
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The Ghana Meteorological Agency has earlier warned of intermittent rains and thunderstorms in parts of southern Ghana during the week.<\/p>\n
No casualties had officially been reported at the time of filing this report, though authorities were monitoring the situation in flood-prone areas.<\/p>\n
Emergency officials have advised residents to avoid walking or driving through floodwaters and to remain alert during continued rainfall.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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