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Torrential rain submerges 50 houses in Cape Coast 
May 23, 2026
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Torrential rain submerges 50 houses in Cape Coast 

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  • Torrential rain in Cape Coast caused severe flooding, impacting over 50 homes and two churches.
  • There were no fatalities, but elderly and immobile residents required rescue from waist-level floods.
  • The Central Regional NADMO Director, Emmanuel Kwesi Dawood, commended the rapid response team and detailed ongoing damage assessments.
  • NADMO issued safety advice to residents in flood-prone areas, urging caution and reporting of incidents.
  • NADMO assured victims of support and called for assistance from corporate bodies, institutions, and philanthropists to aid recovery.

Why This Matters

This event highlights Ghana's persistent vulnerability to extreme weather events and the critical need for improved urban infrastructure, particularly drainage systems. Recurring floods like this strain disaster management resources, displace communities, and incur significant economic costs from property damage and disruption. It underscores the ongoing challenges in climate resilience and urban planning across the country.

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