July 2001 Situation 1. Heavy rains have continued to fall in the coastal areas of Ghana affecting the capital, Accra, provoking floods and water logging. Southern districts of the capital are particularly affected such as Nsawam, Adoagyir, Zongo and the Odaw channel. Five persons are reported dead. An overall of 139,000 people affected, out of whom 15,000 seriously affected.
Assessments are ongoing but some areas remain inaccessible.
Situation is improving in the area as waters are receding. National and international response 4. The Army, the Navy, the Police and fire brigades are carrying out evacuation and rescue operations. The United Nations Resident Coordinator remains in contact with the authorities. In order to strengthen the capacity to assess needs and damages, the UN Agencies and Save the Children have released nine 4WD vehicles.