The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo, has directed all Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) across the region to immediately intensify emergency response efforts following widespread flooding triggered by Monday’s heavy rains.

In a statement issued after the downpour on June 29, 2026, the Minister instructed MMDCEs to deploy emergency response teams, officials of the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), and other technical officers to affected communities to conduct rescue operations, evacuate stranded residents where necessary, assess the extent of the damage, and provide immediate relief.

“The safety and well-being of every resident remain my highest priority. I have therefore directed all Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) to immediately move into their communities with their emergency response teams, NADMO officers and all relevant technical officers to intensify rescue operations, evacuate persons trapped by floodwater where necessary, assess the situation on the ground and provide immediate relief to affected residents.

“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,” she directed.

Mrs Ocloo said the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council is working closely with NADMO, the Ghana National Fire Service, the Ghana Police Service and other emergency response agencies to coordinate rescue operations and ensure a swift response to the emergency.

With the Ghana Meteorological Agency forecasting more rainfall, she urged residents to exercise extreme caution by avoiding unnecessary travel and staying away from flood-prone areas, drains and fast-flowing floodwaters.

She also appealed to parents and guardians to ensure that children do not play in floodwaters or attempt to cross flooded roads and drains.

The Minister encouraged residents in need of emergency assistance to contact NADMO through its emergency telephone lines or WhatsApp platform. She further called on the public to cooperate fully with emergency responders and adhere to all safety directives.

“Together with our Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies and our emergency response agencies, we will continue to work tirelessly to protect lives and assist those in need and support our communities through this challenging period,” she added.

Expressing sympathy to those affected by the floods, the Minister assured residents that the government was committed to providing relief while working to safeguard lives and property.

“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.