Parts of Accra have been flooded following hours of torrential rains. Areas such as North Kaneshie, Kwame Nkrumah Circle, Madina, Awoshie, Odorkor, Santa Maria and Kasoa got flooded after hours of the downpour, which actually started last night. Some homes have been hit hard by the situation.
According to the Police, several commuters got stranded at lorry parks and bus stops last night.
The Police has, meanwhile, cautioned drivers to avoid the Graphic Road towards Kaneshie and Agbogbloshie due to the rising level of the Odaw River.
In a statement, residents of some affected areas were also asked to remain indoors.
The statement further asked motorists and commuters to exercise great caution when using the La Beach–Kpeshie Lagoon Road towards Teshie-Nungua as well as roads that are linked by culverts and bridges.
It added that anyone who is stranded due to the downpour and requires help should contact the Police on the emergency numbers 18555, 191 or 0302787373.
