Accra Floods: Commuters Battle Submerged Roads After Heavy Rain

Accra Roads Submerged After Heavy Rainfall: Commuters Face Challenges Accra, Ghana – Heavy rainfall this morning caused significant flooding across the city, particularly impacting the Achimota-Alajo road. Commuters faced considerable difficulties navigating submerged sections of the highway, creating traffic congestion and delays. "It was like driving through a river," said one commuter who shared their experience on social media. "The water was up to the car's wheels in some places. It was very dangerous and slow going." JoyNews captured footage of vehicles slowly making their way through the floodwaters. The video shows the extent of the inundation and the challenges faced by drivers. The flooding underscores the need for improved drainage systems in Accra to mitigate the impact of heavy rainfall. City officials have yet to release an official statement on the incident or plans to address the issue. However, the video serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerability of Accra's infrastructure to extreme weather events.