Volta Regional Minister James Gunu has visited areas affected by flooding in the Hohoe Municipality, where he met with victims and offered his condolences. The visit began with a courtesy call on Togbega Gabusu VII, Paramount Chief of the Gbi Traditional Area. During the visit, Mr. Gunu noted that the flood disaster was unforeseen and that the victims were not prepared for it.
Mr. Gunu emphasized the need for the dredging of rivers and the expansion of culverts in the Municipality to mitigate the impact of future floods. He also urged citizens to play their part in preventing such disasters. The Minister advised victims not to rush back to their homes immediately, but to wait for assessments on their buildings to ensure they are safe.
The Volta Regional Minister assured the victims that the government would provide relief items to all those affected by the flood. Togbega Gabusu VII expressed gratitude to Mr. Gunu for his swift response and noted that the community was relieved that no casualties were recorded. The Paramount Chief identified the dumping of refuse into the River Dayi as one of the causes of the flooding.
Togbega Gabusu VII also highlighted the need for the expansion of culverts to enable them to absorb a larger volume of water. He called on the Assembly Physical Planning Department to be strict on building permit acquisition and ensure that structures are properly put up. This, he believes, will help prevent similar disasters in the future.
The flood in Hohoe has brought to the fore the need for proactive measures to mitigate the impact of natural disasters in the region. The visit by Mr. Gunu has provided some reassurance to the victims that the government is committed to supporting them in the aftermath of the disaster. The government has promised to provide relief items to all those affected.
The Hohoe Municipality has been severely affected by the flood, with many homes and buildings damaged. The victims are currently awaiting government support to help them rebuild their lives. The Paramount Chief has pledged to work with the government to implement measures to prevent similar disasters in the future.
The government has been urged to take a proactive approach to disaster management in the region. The flood in Hohoe is a reminder of the need for preparedness and proactive measures to mitigate the impact of natural disasters. The Volta Regional Minister has promised to work with the local community to implement measures to prevent similar disasters.
Key points
- The government has promised to provide relief items to all victims of the flood.
- The dumping of refuse into the River Dayi has been identified as one of the causes of the flooding.
- The need for the expansion of culverts has been highlighted to prevent similar disasters in the future.
