Some parts of Winneba in the Central Region got flooded after heavy rains on Wednesday morning.
The torrential rains destroyed several household properties and displacing some residents.
Other residents also had a difficult time accessing their rooms as both the interior and exterior of their houses were filled with floodwater.
Areas around the Baiden Ghartey Memorial Hospital were also affected by the flood.
Some lucky ones managed to secure some items.
Meanwhile, the Awutu Senya East National Disaster and Mangement Organisation (NADMO) says over 800 houses would be demolished as a measure to reduce flooding in certain parts of Kasoa.
These houses earmarked for demolition are located close to the Okrudu river on the Bawjiase stretch.
Speaking to Citi News in an interview, Head of Operations at Awutu Senya East NADMO, Lawrence Bannerman said they are working on acquiring permits from the court to aid them in the demolition exercise.
Floods force suspension of lectures at UCC
The hours of downpour have also forced management of the University of Cape Coast (UCC) to suspend lectures.
It is unclear when lectures will resume.
According to the management of the university, the decision is to prevent any causalities.
In a statement, management advised both students and staff to remain in their homes and hotels as a safety measure.
“We wish to inform all staff and students of the University of Cape Coast that, in view of the massive flooding of parts of the campus arising from the heavy rainfall over the past several hours, lectures and quizzes have been suspended for the day. Further directive will be issued via notices and ATL FM. Students and staff are expected to remain safe in their homes and hostels.”
But, the Central Regional Director of the National Disaster Management Organisation, Joe Donkor noted that the floods were caused by choked drains on campus.
He, however, indicated that it will take his outfit two days to desilt the gutters to allow for a free flow of water.