The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMeT) has issued a warning that the lower Volta basin area can expect more rainfall in the coming days.

This area has already suffered from the displacement of many people due to the water spillage from the Akosombo Dam. In view of this, the GMeT has urged the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO) and other agencies to take immediate steps to relocate people to safer areas.

Felicity Ahafianyo, the Head of Central Analysis and Forecasting for GMeT, has insisted that flood victims follow NADMO’s directions and relocate immediately to avoid further risks.

According to Ahafianyo, the lower Volta basin area, including North Tongu and its environs, can expect rainfall between now and the 23rd of October.

“I think from our point, we will also add our voice for our brothers and sisters to relocate, and listen to the authorities, NADMO, VRA, and all other authorities. They should relocate to a safer place,” she added.

Residents in Mepe in the North Tongu district and several parts of the Volta region are currently facing a major upheaval.

The recent spillage of the Akosombo Dam has caused significant flooding in the Mepe community, resulting in the loss of homes and property. The excess water was released by the Volta River Authority (VRA) to maintain the integrity of the dam, but it has caused a range of problems for the surrounding area.

Farms, houses, and even cemeteries have been submerged in the floodwaters, leading to disruptions in essential services such as water and electricity supplies. The residents of Mepe are now facing the multiple challenges arising from this inundation.

The VRA has stated that the spillage was necessary due to the upstream rains filling both the Akosombo and Kpong hydroelectric dams to their capacity. Despite the dams being hydroelectric, the engineers at VRA have emphasized the importance of managing the water levels to prevent potential dam failure.