Accra's June 3rd Disaster: A Decade of Unresolved Flooding Concerns

Accra, Ghana: A Decade After June 3rd Disaster, Flooding Concerns Persist Ten years after the devastating June 3rd, 2015, flood and fire disaster in Accra, Ghana, survivors are still grappling with the aftermath and expressing concerns about the city's vulnerability to future flooding. The disaster, which involved an explosion at a GOIL fuel station near the Circle area, resulted in significant loss of life and property. One survivor, featured in a recent video, recounts his harrowing experience. "After ten years," he states, "it still rains and Accra gets flooded. Can't we find a way to stop this?" His words highlight the lingering trauma and the ongoing lack of effective preventative measures. The video shows the survivor's facial scars, a stark reminder of the disaster's impact. His account underscores the need for improved infrastructure and disaster preparedness in Accra to prevent similar tragedies in the future. The anniversary serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of addressing these issues to protect the city's residents.