The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has issued a stern warning to citizens regarding the escalating occurrence of flash floods across the country.
Highlighting the urgency of the situation, GMet emphasizes the crucial role of heeding early warning information released by the agency.
Flash floods, characterized by sudden and intense local inundation within a span of six hours or less following heavy rainfall, pose a significant risk to communities, particularly in Accra and other regions. GMet underscores the imperative for residents to closely monitor the agency’s forecasts to mitigate the potential impact of anticipated heavy rains.
Dr. Eric Asuman, the interim Director-General of GMet, stressed the need for heightened caution among the public, emphasizing that disregarding rainfall predictions could exacerbate the severity of flooding incidents.
Speaking at the inaugural session of a regional workshop on the Urban Flash Flood Forecasting System (UFFFS) in Accra, Dr. Asuman reiterated the importance of preparedness as the main rainy season peaks in June and July. Experts from meteorological agencies across the six Volta Basin countries convened at the workshop to address flood management strategies.
Dr. Asuman emphasized that ignoring such warnings could have dire consequences, urging individuals to consistently heed forecasts and take precautionary measures to ensure safety.
Reflecting on recent events, Dr. Asuman highlighted the delayed impact of previous warnings, noting that despite initial skepticism, heavy rainfall eventually led to significant disruptions.
He underscored the critical need for public compliance with warnings and proactive measures to safeguard lives and property.
