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March 29, 2026
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14 children rescued as floodwaters wreak havoc in Tema Manhean
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Key Points
- Widespread flooding occurred in Tema Manhean and Waterland, Greater Accra, following heavy Sunday rains, submerging properties and stranding residents.
- Homes were inundated, streets impassable, and many families displaced, with some residents trapped.
- The Ghana Navy and local volunteers launched rescue operations, successfully evacuating at least 14 children and a four-day-old baby.
- Some residents declined evacuation offers, citing fears of theft if their homes were left unattended.
- The flooding is attributed by local officials to a major blocked drain within the community.
Why This Matters
This event highlights Ghana's persistent challenges with urban planning and infrastructure, particularly the maintenance of drainage systems in low-lying communities prone to flooding. It underscores the vulnerability of urban centers to extreme weather events, necessitating improved disaster preparedness, climate resilience strategies, and enforcement of building regulations to protect lives and property.
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