Minister for the Interior Mohammed-Mubarak Muntaka has disclosed that recent heavy rains affected more than 60 communities in the Volta Region, while flooding in the Western North Region displaced over 1,200 people.

Presenting an update to Parliament on Tuesday, June 30, on the impact of the floods and the government's response, the Minister said the flooding in the Volta Region was widespread but did not result in life-threatening situations.

He said more than 60 communities across several districts were affected, prompting emergency response agencies to monitor the situation and provide assistance to residents.

According to Mr Muntaka, Keta recorded seven affected communities, while Anlo, Ketu South, Ketu North and Agotime-Ziope each recorded six. South Tongu had eight affected communities, Akatsi recorded nine, Ho Municipality eight, Central Tongu three, and Adaklu and North Tongu recorded two communities each.

He said government agencies were working with local authorities to coordinate relief efforts and assess the needs of affected residents.

The Minister also reported that flooding in parts of Samreboi and surrounding communities in the Western North Region forced more than 1,200 residents to leave their homes.

Mr Muntaka assured Parliament that the government, through the relevant emergency response agencies, would continue to provide relief to affected communities while assessing the full extent of the damage.

He added that emergency services remain engaged in rescue operations, evacuations and support for residents affected by the flooding across the country.