Greater Accra Regional Minister orders MMDCEs to intensify rescue operations following widespread flooding

The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo, has directed all Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) across the region to intensify rescue and relief operations following widespread flooding triggered by Monday's torrential rains.

The directive comes as several communities in the capital continue to battle severe flooding, leaving homes inundated, roads submerged, and residents stranded, while emergency response agencies remain on high alert.

In a statement issued on Monday, June 29, 2026, Mrs Ocloo expressed heartfelt sympathy to families and individuals affected by the floods, assuring them that the government was mobilising every available resource to safeguard lives and provide immediate assistance.

My heart goes out to all individuals and families who have been affected by this unfortunate incident. I sincerely sympathise with those who have suffered losses, displacement and other hardships, and I want to assure every affected resident that you are not alone. We stand with you during this difficult period," she stated.

The Regional Minister instructed all MMDCEs to immediately move into their respective jurisdictions alongside emergency response teams, officers of the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), and other technical personnel to coordinate rescue operations.

She said the assemblies must remain actively engaged in identifying flood-affected communities, evacuating residents trapped by rising floodwaters where necessary, assessing the extent of damage, and providing immediate humanitarian support to affected households.

According to Mrs Ocloo, local authorities are expected to remain fully committed until the flood situation is brought under control.

Every MMDCE is expected to remain fully engaged until the situation is brought under control. This is a time for decisive leadership and swift action," the statement emphasised.

The Minister disclosed that the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council is working closely with the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), the Ghana National Fire Service, the Ghana Police Service, and other emergency response agencies to coordinate rescue operations and minimise the impact of the floods.

She noted that the collaboration aims to ensure timely evacuations, protect lives and property, and provide relief to communities hardest hit by the flooding.

Emergency teams have been deployed to several affected areas to assist stranded residents and monitor developments as rainfall continues.

Mrs Ocloo also urged residents to exercise extreme caution, warning that the Ghana Meteorological Agency has forecast additional rainfall across parts of the Greater Accra Region.

She advised members of the public to remain indoors where possible and avoid travelling through flood-prone communities, storm drains, and fast-moving floodwaters.Where possible, remain indoors and keep away from flood-prone areas, drains and fast-flowing floodwaters," she advised.

The Minister further appealed to parents and guardians to closely supervise their children and ensure they do not play in floodwaters or attempt to cross flooded roads and drainage channels.

Residents requiring urgent assistance have been encouraged to contact NADMO through its emergency telephone lines or WhatsApp platform while cooperating fully with emergency responders.

Mrs Ocloo stressed that public cooperation will be critical in ensuring rescue operations are carried out safely and efficiently.To everyone affected by this disaster, I assure you that I stand with you. Together with our Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies and our emergency response agencies, we will continue to work tirelessly to protect lives, assist those in need, and support our communities through this challenging period," she assured.

The latest directive follows hours of heavy rainfall that caused extensive flooding across several parts of Greater Accra, disrupting transport, damaging property, and prompting emergency authorities to intensify rescue and relief efforts as more rain is forecast.