File photo of a flooded street
In response to the severe flooding that has overwhelmed parts of Accra, the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) has mobilised its emergency search and rescue teams.
The heavy downpours that struck on Sunday, May 18, left many communities grappling with the aftermath, with NADMO stepping up to provide crucial support.
The disaster management body has said that it is dedicating teams on high alert, ready to assist those in need and mitigate the impacts of this natural disaster.
According to a report by citinewsroom.com, Mohammed Jafaro, Chief Disaster Control Officer at NADMO, explained the urgency of their mission.
“We have activated our emergency search and rescue teams. As I am talking to you now, we have a team at Ashiyie in Adenta,” he said.
Jafaro also detailed the comprehensive approach being taken to address the crisis.
He added that local leaders are spearheading rescue operations, with regional directors actively coordinating efforts in Adenta’s Fulani area.
Another team, he said, has been dispatched to assist the communities of Nana Kurom.
Meanwhile, some key officials, including the Deputy Director General for Operations and the Deputy Director General for Technical Matters at NADMO, have also gotten involved in the field operations.
“The Director General himself is active and monitoring the situation from headquarters,” Jafaro added, emphasising the agency’s hands-on approach during this challenging time.
NADMO has, therefore, urged residents in vulnerable areas to remain vigilant and exercise caution.
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