A heavy downpour accompanied by strong winds wreaked havoc in Accra on Tuesday, March 25, leaving one person injured and causing significant property damage across the city.

Tree Crushes Car Near Kotobabi Police Station

The injured individual is currently receiving treatment at the Police Hospital in Accra after a tree fell on his vehicle in front of the Kotobabi Police Station.

• Condition: The victim sustained injuries but is reported to be in stable condition.
• Cause: The incident is attributed to the strong winds during the heavy rains.

A&C Mall Suffers Major Damage

The solar panel car park shed at A&C Mall in East Legon collapsed during the storm, damaging over 50 vehicles.

• Extent of Damage:
• Vehicles sustained broken windscreens, dents, and other forms of destruction.
• Cleanup and recovery efforts are currently underway.

Accra College of Education Hit by Flooding

The storm also caused considerable damage at Accra College of Education, where structures, including parts of a newly built washroom facility, were affected.

• Flooded Dormitories:
• Several dormitories were flooded, with students losing belongings.
• Some lecturers' bungalows also had their roofs ripped off.
• SRC President's Statement:

“We had some of the rain entering the dormitories, causing a lot of inconvenience to the students. Some roofs on the lecturers’ bungalows were also taken off,” said Eric Kwasi Azong, SRC President of the college.

• Ongoing Repairs:
• Carpenters are on-site working to repair damaged roofs.

No Reported Fatalities

Despite the widespread destruction, authorities confirmed that no fatalities were recorded.

Call for Precaution

Authorities are urging residents to:

• Avoid parking vehicles under trees or weak structures during storms.
• Report any fallen trees or damaged infrastructure to relevant agencies for immediate action.