The Ministry of the Interior has urged the public to remain indoors and avoid unnecessary movement following heavy rains and flooding that affected several parts of the country on Monday morning.
In a public safety advisory, the Ministry said persons who are safely at home should stay indoors, while those at their workplaces or other secure locations should remain there until conditions improve.
Motorists and pedestrians were also cautioned against driving or walking through flooded roads, bridges and waterways, warning that rising floodwaters pose serious risks to life and property.
The Ministry disclosed that the Ghana Police Service, Ghana National Fire Service, Ghana Armed Forces, the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) and other emergency responders have been deployed to monitor the situation, conduct rescue operations and manage traffic.
Residents in flood-prone areas have been advised to move to higher ground where safe and report emergencies through the national emergency lines. The Ministry assured the public that government remains committed to safeguarding lives and property.
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Public Safety Advisory on Flooding
Jun 29, 2026
Public Safety Advisory on Flooding
The Ministry of the Interior advises the general public to exercise extreme caution following the heavy rains and flooding experienced in several parts of the country this morning.
As a precautionary public safety measure, members of the public are advised to remain where they are until conditions improve. Those who are safely at home are urged to stay at home, while those who are at their workplaces or other safe locations should remain there until it is safe to travel. Unnecessary movement should be avoided.
Motorists and pedestrians are strongly advised not to attempt to drive or walk through flooded roads, bridges, or waterways, as floodwaters can rise rapidly and pose significant danger to life and property.
The Ghana Police Service, the Ghana National Fire Service, the Ghana Armed Forces, the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), and other emergency response services have been deployed to monitor the situation, assist affected persons, manage traffic, and undertake rescue operations where required.
Residents in flood-prone communities are advised to move to higher ground where it is safe to do so and promptly report emergencies or persons in distress to the nearest security agency or emergency response service.
The Ministry urges the public to remain calm, cooperate with the directives of security and emergency personnel, and rely only on official channels for information and updates.
Members of the public in need of emergency assistance or wishing to report persons in distress are encouraged to contact the following emergency services:
* Ghana Police Service: 18555 or 112
* Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS): 192
* National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO): 112
The safety and well-being of the public remain Government’s highest priority. The Ministry will continue to monitor the situation closely and provide further updates as necessary.
The Ministry extends its concern to all persons affected by the flooding and assures the public that every effort is being made to provide the necessary assistance and ensure public safety.
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ISSUED BY:
MUNTAKA MOHAMMED-MUBARAK
MINISTER FOR THE INTERIOR
