Samreboi Flood Victims Told to Wait: NADMO Warns Homes Still Unsafe, Fumigation Needed Before Return

The Wassa Amenfi Municipal Directorate of the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) is urging displaced residents of Samreboi to remain patient and avoid returning to their homes until fumigation and safety checks are fully completed, warning that premature re‑entry could trigger disease outbreaks.

According to NADMO, although floodwaters have largely receded, living conditions remain unsafe due to contamination risks and structural damage caused by the disaster.

Speaking to Citi News, Deputy Municipal NADMO Director Christopher Bevel revealed that about 100 buildings have completely collapsed, with 20 more partially destroyed after the floods.

He said close to 1,900 residents were affected and remain displaced as authorities work to ensure the area is safe for reoccupation.

“We need to fumigate to prevent diseases… Although the floodwaters have receded, the houses are currently not safe for habitation,” he said.

NADMO says safety assessments are ongoing to reduce health risks and ensure affected residents can return home only when conditions are deemed safe.

The flooding followed heavy rainfall that caused the Samre and Tano rivers to overflow, resulting in extensive destruction and displacing thousands across the municipality.

A partially collapsed building

— CitiNewsRoom