Hohoe flood: About 5,000 affected as NADMO begins emergency relief
The Volta Regional Director of the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), Pascal Agbagba, says about 5,000 people have been affected by severe flooding in the Hohoe Municipality of the Volta Region following the overflow of the River Dayi.
The National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) in the Volta Region has begun emergency relief efforts after severe flooding affected around 5,000 people in the Hohoe Municipality. The overflow of the River Dayi has submerged more than half of the Zongo community, compelling residents to evacuate their homes. Pascal Agbagba, the Volta Regional Director of NADMO, disclosed that two safe havens at the Adabraka and Nima Mosques are currently housing more than 270 people.
They have provided essential items such as mattresses, rice, cooking oil, mosquito nets, repellents, and other necessities. However, the initial supplies are not intended to cater to all 5,000 affected individuals simultaneously, as many are residing with relatives or have returned home. Authorities are scaling up the relief effort once they complete their assessment of the impacted areas.
The Ghana National Fire Service is assisting by providing water to the affected residents, as access to clean water remains a persistent challenge. Fortunately, floodwaters have begun to recede, enabling some residents to return to their homes.
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