Work begins to reclaim Lafa Basin to curb flooding in Mallam, Weija and surrounding areas
By Celestine Avi and Seth Eyiah A major operation has commenced to reclaim the Lafa Water Retention Basin at Mallam, following years of illegal dumping of solid waste and encroachment that have severely silted the natural reservoir and contributed to flooding in surrounding communities. The extensive exercise is being undertaken by the 48 Engineer Regiment […]
The restoration of the Lafa Water Retention Basin commenced in Mallam to mitigate flooding issues in the surrounding communities of Mallam, Weija, Blue Lagoon, and Dansoman. The Ghana Armed Forces' 48 Engineer Regiment is clearing illegal waste and encroachments from the basin. The Post-Flood Mitigation Task Force, led by Deputy Chief of Staff Stan Xoese Dogbe, is overseeing the operation, which involves removing debris, demolishing illegal structures, and constructing protective embankments.
The drainage authority attributes the recurring flooding in the area to years of siltation and illegal development. The restoration will help the basin handle larger volumes of water during heavy rainfall and reduce flooding impact. Brigadier General Richard Kinney stated that the task would take months, as a significant amount of waste needs to be cleared, and residents are urged to refrain from further dumping.
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