CAP Alert · Actual

Flash Flood Alert for coastal Ghana

Expired: Flash Flood
Severe severity
Urgency Immediate
Severity Severe
Certainty Observed
Category Met
Language en
Time period
  • Issued 18 May 2025 17:22
  • Effective 18 May 2025 17:15
  • Onset 18 May 2025 17:15
  • Expires 18 May 2025 20:00
Severity
Extreme
Severe
Moderate
Minor

Flash Flood Alert: Active Rainfall potentially leading to isolated flooding

Area

Greater Accra , Central , Volta

Event description

The predicted rainstorm has intensified to moderate and heavy rainfall across coastal Ghana and some inland areas and is now likely to cause isolated flash flooding. This situation requires immediate attention as flood waters may rise quickly in additional communities within the next few hours.

Instructions

Residents in affected areas should take immediate protective actions: Move to higher ground immediately if you observe rising water; do not attempt to cross flooded roads or bridges; disconnect electrical appliances and gather emergency supplies; keep children away from flood waters and storm drains; Continue monitoring local radio and emergency channels for updated information throughout this emergency.