The Post-Flood Mitigation Task Force has begun demolishing unauthorised structures along the Tesa Dam and Legon Boundary Road to reduce flooding in the Greater Accra Region.
The exercise, which started on July 24, follows assessments after the June 29 floods. Works, Housing and Water Resources Minister Gilbert Adjei said the move targets structures built on waterways and wetlands, as well as poor waste disposal practices that contribute to flooding.
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He said President John Dramani Mahama has directed the removal of structures obstructing water flow and the desilting of drains to improve flood control in the Motorway and East Legon catchment areas.
Residents affected by the exercise were given three weeks’ notice to vacate, according to the Commanding Officer of the 48 Engineer Regiment, Lieutenant Colonel Frank Osei Amponsah.
Meanwhile, the government has released GH¢350 million from the Contingency Fund to support flood response efforts. Of the amount, GH¢200 million will provide relief for flood victims, while GH¢150 million will fund flood mitigation projects across affected areas.
