🇬🇭Ghana

Ghana is a West African nation that faces increasing threats from annual flooding, particularly in its capital Accra, where rapid urbanization and inadequate drainage infrastructure amplify the impact of seasonal rains. The June–October rainy season regularly triggers deadly floods across the Greater Accra, Central, and Western regions.

This page tracks 1 documented disaster in Ghana. The most recent is Ghana Floods (June 2026). Find responding organizations, official agencies, and emergency contacts for Ghana below.

West AfricaAccra34 millionEmergency: 1931 disaster recorded

Official Disaster Management Agencies

National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO)

Ghana's national authority for coordinating disaster prevention, mitigation, preparedness, and emergency response.

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Ghana Hydrological Authority

Monitors river levels, rainfall, and flood risk, providing early warnings for flood-prone communities across Ghana.

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Local & Regional Organizations

Ghana Red Cross Society

Provides humanitarian assistance including first aid, disaster response, water and sanitation, and community health services, with approximately 66,000 volunteers nationwide.

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At a Glance

Region
West Africa
Capital
Accra
Emergency
193
Total Disasters
1
Active
0
Recovery
1
Responding Orgs
2

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