Weija-Gbawe MP calls for urgent support as spilled water from Weija Dam submerges homes
Jerry Ahmed, the Member of Parliament for Weija-Gbawe, is calling for urgent government intervention because spilled water from the Weija Dam has submerged homes. He described the situation as dire, noting that over a thousand homes have already been submerged, leaving residents stranded and distressed. He stated, "We need to call on government and all well-meaning people to come to our aid because it's serious."
Mr. Ahmed said the flooding is the result of sustained heavy rainfall and an overwhelmed dam system. He said that many affected families, including his assistant, have lost nearly all their belongings. He also said, "The dam now is overfilled. It's going virtually at the brim. You can't do anything." He added that emergency evacuations are already underway to move residents out of affected communities.
Mr. Ahmed warned that the situation could worsen if not urgently addressed. He is urging swift action to protect lives and property as flooding continues in the area.
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Weija-Gbawe's MP, Jerry Ahmed, addresses the dire flooding in his constituency after the Weija Dam spillage - a situation exacerbated by sustained heavy rainfall. Thousands are displaced and in need of urgent support, hinting at a potentially worsening crisis.
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