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June 29, 2026
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Flood turns disaster into ‘shopping spree’ as residents scramble for warehouse goods washed into gutters
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Key Points
- Residents in parts of Accra turned a flooding disaster into a "shopping spree," collecting goods swept from an unidentified warehouse.
- Items retrieved included provisions, toiletries, gas cylinders, and electrical gadgets from areas like the Tema Motorway.
- Heavy rains on Monday caused extensive flooding across Accra, bringing traffic to a standstill and submerging homes and businesses in multiple areas, including major interchanges.
- The N1 Highway (Accra-Kasoa stretch) was significantly affected, slowing rush hour traffic.
- NADMO activated emergency response teams, the Interior Minister urged residents to work from home, and more rainfall is expected, continuing a pattern of recent significant damage across southern Ghana.
Why This Matters
This incident highlights Ghana's persistent urban planning and drainage challenges, particularly in Accra, leading to recurrent flooding that disrupts daily life and commerce. It underscores significant economic losses for businesses and the broader economy due to damaged goods and hindered productivity. The situation emphasizes the urgent need for improved infrastructure, effective disaster preparedness, and climate change adaptation strategies to protect lives and livelihoods.
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- The government's treasury bills auction was 60% oversubscribed, attracting GH¢7.3 billion in bids against a GH¢4.5 billion target.
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