Heavy downpour leaves hundreds stranded at Airport Roundabout in Kumasi

Hundreds of commuters were left stranded at Airport Roundabout in Kumasi, Ashanti Region, following a heavy downpour that led to severe flooding in the area.

The approximately 30-minute rainfall overwhelmed local rivers, causing them to overflow.

OTEC News Reporter Jacob Agyenim Boateng, reporting live from the scene, described the situation: “Hundreds of cars and commuters, unable to cross the swollen Pelele River, are parked along the road, waiting for the waters to recede.”

The flooding created gridlock on major routes leading to the Airport Roundabout, forcing drivers from Sofoline, Kenyasi, Tech, and Asawase to find alternative routes.

Residents interviewed by OTEC News attributed the persistent flooding to inadequate drainage systems and poor waste management. They called on authorities to address the issue to prevent further occurrences.

“We’ve been experiencing this flooding for years. It’s time for the authorities to find a lasting solution,” one resident stated.

Another added, “The small drains can’t handle the rainwater. We need better infrastructure to prevent these floods.”

The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly has been urged to take immediate action to mitigate the flooding and ensure commuter safety.