Residents of Alajo in Accra are calling for urgent action to clear waste left behind by the recent floods, warning that the growing heaps of refuse could lead to disease outbreaks and worsen future flooding.
The appeal comes days after heavy rains on Monday, June 29, caused widespread flooding across parts of the capital.
Heaps of refuse, damaged furniture, soaked household items and goods recovered from flooded shops remain piled along roads and in front of homes.
Residents say the slow pace of waste collection is delaying efforts to restore normal life in the community.
They also fear that fresh rainfall could wash the waste back into drains, blocking waterways and increasing the risk of more flooding.
Residents are urging city authorities to deploy waste collection trucks and provide waste bins to support the clean-up exercise.
A resident told Citi News that the situation has become unbearable.
“All the gutters are choked with refuse. We need waste bins, and we would really appreciate it if the authorities could clear the rubbish as soon as possible. The area is in a terrible state, and the stench is unbearable. The refuse collection trucks should come and remove the waste before any other measures are taken.”
Residents say the lingering waste is producing a strong foul smell and creating unhealthy conditions across the community.
They have appealed to the relevant authorities to act quickly, warning that prolonged exposure to the refuse could increase the risk of disease outbreaks.
They also stressed that clearing the waste is essential to prevent drains from becoming blocked again if heavy rains return.
