Ekumfi District Cracks Down On Flooding Demolitions And Fines Loom For Water-Prone Buildings And Litterbugs.
Ekumfi, Central Region – In a decisive move to combat the perennial threat of flooding, the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO) in the Ekumfi district, led by its director and Dean of the Central Region, Nana Okata Obesey, has pledged to take stringent measures against both illegal construction and improper waste disposal.
The initiative kicked off in Ekumfi Eyisam today, signaling a new era of enforcement aimed at safeguarding the community from the devastating effects of heavy rainfall.
Speaking in an interview with Douglas Oyiboh Amponsah, reporter for Angel TV Coastal FM, Nana Okata Obesey declared that any building found to be situated in water-prone areas will face demolition. This firm stance
comes as the district braces for anticipated heavy rains, a forecast that has historically led to significant flooding in various parts of the Central Region, including Ekumfi, Mfantseman, Gomoa West, and Cape Coast.
“We are anticipating heavy rains, and the risk of flooding is very real,” Nana Okata Obesey stated.
“We’ve seen the damage it can cause in neighboring areas, and we are determined to prevent a similar fate here in Ekumfi.”
Beyond structural issues, the NADMO director also announced that individuals caught dumping refuse into gutters will face charges and potential prosecution.
This crackdown on choked drainage systems is a critical component of the plan, as blocked gutters have been identified as a major contributor to the waterlogged conditions experienced in areas like Ayisam.
“Our gutters are being cleaned and desilted to ensure free flow of water,” Nana Okata Obesey explained.
“But this effort will be in vain if people continue to treat them as waste receptacles. We will be charging residents who refuse to dispose of their waste properly and sending them to court.”
The NADMO’s proactive approach aims to create a more resilient Ekumfi, urging residents to cooperate by adhering to building regulations and maintaining clean environments to mitigate the impact of future floods.
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