Torrential rains that began late Sunday, June 28, and continued into the morning of Monday, June 29, 2026, have triggered widespread flooding across Accra, submerging major roads, slowing traffic, and leaving commuters stranded during peak morning hours.
The heavy downpour, which lasted for several hours, left several key routes waterlogged, forcing motorists to navigate through flooded sections while others abandoned their journeys entirely. Traffic flow was severely disrupted across multiple parts of the city as the morning rush hour coincided with rising floodwaters.
Major affected corridors include sections of the N1 Highway, the Accra–Kasoa stretch, Weija, Mallam, Achimota, Spintex, Atomic in Madina, Kaneshie, Darkuman Junction, and parts of the Kwame Nkrumah Interchange. In these areas, vehicles moved slowly through submerged roads, while congestion built up rapidly as conditions worsened.
In low-lying communities, floodwaters also entered homes and shops, forcing residents and business owners to move belongings to safer locations. Some occupants were left wading through waterlogged streets as rainfall continued intermittently into the morning.
Commuters heading to work and school faced significant delays, with public transport operators struggling to access certain routes. Many residents were left stranded or forced to reroute through already congested alternative roads.
Emergency officials are expected to assess the full extent of the damage and disruptions as water levels gradually recede. Authorities have urged motorists to avoid flooded roads and advised residents in flood-prone areas to remain vigilant and relocate to safer ground where necessary.
Flooding remains a recurring challenge in Accra, often worsened by heavy rainfall, inadequate drainage systems, improper waste disposal practices, and rapid urban expansion.
