More than 2,000 residents in Samreboi in the Western Region have been displaced following severe flooding that has destroyed homes, disrupted livelihoods, and brought economic activity in the area to a halt.
The disaster, triggered by days of heavy rainfall, has left hundreds of families homeless, with many now relying on limited relief items while appealing for urgent government and humanitarian support.
Residents say they have lost all personal belongings, with some describing desperate living conditions as they seek temporary shelter with relatives, in schools, and in places of worship.
One affected resident recounted the extent of the devastation, saying the floods had wiped out everything they owned.
“I don’t even know where to go. My only option is to stay with others… all my belongings are destroyed,” the resident said, appealing for immediate assistance.
Another displaced person complained about the limited relief being provided, noting that the food distributed was not enough to meet their needs.
“The gari and fried fish being shared are too small to satisfy us. We need help,” the victim said.
The floods submerged homes, shops, and farmlands, severely affecting local businesses and forcing many families into uncertainty about their next means of survival.
Local authorities and disaster response teams have begun assessing the scale of destruction, while relief efforts continue amid growing calls for food, clean water, clothing, and shelter support.
During a visit to the affected area, Western Regional Minister Joseph Nelson attributed the recurring flooding to human activities, particularly illegal mining (galamsey), which he said has worsened environmental degradation and increased the community’s vulnerability.
He warned that the situation reflects the long-term consequences of environmental neglect and urged stronger collective action.
“We have to be careful… government will always take the lead, but the people themselves must also be part of the solution,” he said.
The Minister also expressed concern about what he described as growing public apathy toward environmental protection, stressing that degraded waterways and blocked drainage systems were worsening the impact of rainfall in the area.
Residents are now appealing for swift intervention from government, private sector organisations, and charitable groups to help them rebuild their lives as recovery efforts begin.
