The Wassa Amenfi Municipal Directorate of the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) has disclosed that approximately 100 buildings have completely collapsed in Samreboi following devastating recent floods, with an additional 20 structures partially destroyed.
The aftermath has left large sections of the community unsafe for habitation as recovery and relief efforts continue.
According to the Deputy Municipal NADMO Director, Christopher Bevel, nearly 1,900 residents have been affected and remain displaced as a result of the disaster.
“We have about 100 buildings that are totally collapsed with 20 partially collapsed. For the population which was affected by the flood, it is about 1,900 for now. Although the floodwaters have receded, the houses are currently not safe for habitation,”
The flooding was triggered by heavy rainfall, which caused the Samre and Tano rivers to overflow their banks. The resulting deluge swept through Samreboi, leading to widespread destruction of property and displacement of residents. While the water levels have since dropped, NADMO has cautioned that the structural damage and potential contamination mean that it is still unsafe for people to return to their homes.
Authorities continue to assess the full extent of the damage and coordinate relief for those displaced, as the community works to recover from one of the worst flooding incidents in its history.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com