Floods in Ghana and Ivory Coast Claim 74 Lives Amid Heavy Rains
Severe flooding caused by heavy rains has killed at least 74 people across Ghana and Ivory Coast, with authorities warning of worsening conditions.
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Severe flooding caused by heavy rains has killed at least 74 people across Ghana and Ivory Coast, according to regional media reports. The death toll includes at least 12 fatalities in Ghana, the Fire Service said.
In Ghana, the victims include three women, eight men and one child, the fire service reported. Floods have submerged homes and disrupted transportation in several regions, with rescue operations underway in affected areas. No further breakdown of fatalities by region or cause was provided.
The rains have also triggered widespread flooding in Ivory Coast, where the majority of the deaths occurred, though exact figures per country were not specified in available reports. Weather patterns continue to intensify across West Africa, raising concerns about further casualties and infrastructure damage.
Moneyweb reported the combined death toll across both nations, citing ongoing impacts from the prolonged downpours. SABC News confirmed the Ghana-specific fatalities, attributing them directly to the floods.
Regional authorities are urging residents in low-lying areas to remain vigilant as forecast models predict continued rainfall in the coming days. Emergency response teams are coordinating evacuations and relief efforts in the hardest-hit zones.