Chaos in major city as severe floods and massive fire spark panic

Severe flooding has hit Accra, Ghana, as a huge fire also erupts at Odorna market in the country's capital. Flooding hit the Okponglo and Shiashie areas of the city after this morning's heavy downpour.

The National Disaster Management Organisation is leading the emergency response efforts after flooding hit the country. The areas affected include Accra, Tema, and Kasoa. There are reports of residents and commuters were left stranded after today's rain.

The Ministry of Interior shared the following message: "As a precautionary public safety measure, members of the public are advised to remain where they are until conditions improve.

"Those who are safely at home are urged to stay at home, while those who are at their workplaces or other safe locations should remain there until it is safe to travel. Unnecessary movement should be avoided."

The emergency response is ongoing. The Ministry of Interior issued a message to tell residents to avoid "unnecessary movement". 

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Several houses and properties were submerged by water this morning around Accra.

Heavy rain started yesterady night and caused widespread flooding and disruption across Ghana.

Houses, cars and other properties submerged in Adabraka as early morning rains continue to pound parts of Accra. pic.twitter.com/mirIZ38Eir

Accra was also hit by a fire today. Here are some short clips showing flames engulfing the Odorna market. 

\ud83d\udd34GHANA \ud83c\uddec\ud83c\udded| #Accra : a fierce fire was raging this Monday, June 29, in Odawna, Adabraka market zone, exacerbating the plight of residents already grappling with severe flooding caused by persistent torrential rains. Rising waters are hampering firefighting and rescue operations. pic.twitter.com/SOHNYa6vij

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This video shows cars submerged by flooding waters.

Several vehicles parked in front of apartment buildings at Tse Addo, Accra, have been almost completely submerged in floodwaters following heavy early morning rains that triggered flooding in parts of the capital. pic.twitter.com/Aa3Qqhq8iO

Here is a message shared by the Ministry of Interior.

"As a precautionary public safety measure, members of the public are advised to remain where they are until conditions improve.

"Those who are safely at home are urged to stay at home, while those who are at their workplaces or other safe locations should remain there until it is safe to travel. Unnecessary movement should be avoided.

"Motorists and pedestrians are strongly advised not to attempt to drive or walk through flooded roads, bridges, or waterways, as floodwaters can rise rapidly and pose significant danger to life and property."

The NDMO deployed response teams, and shared emergency hotlines. Several videos and photos show submerged roads across the country.

The National Disaster Management Organisation (NDMO) is leading the emergency response efforts after flooding hit the country.

The areas affected include Accra, Tema, and Kasoa.

The national fire services has issued flood warnings for several areas of the country.

Residents and commuters were left stranded after today's rain. Several areas across the country have flooded after today's heavy rain.

Here is another video circulating on X showing the fire at the Odorna market.

Odorna Market is ablaze amidst severe flooding. This urgent situation calls for immediate action from the Ghana National Fire Service and NADMO to safeguard lives and property. #SweetFMOnline #OdornaMarket #EmergencyResponse #GhanaFireService #NADMO pic.twitter.com/rXGaovG2DK

The Tema Fishing Harbour area has also been affected.

The Tema Fishing Harbour area has been heavily flooded following an early morning downpour, with rising floodwaters inundating structures and surrounding areas as heavy rains continue to affect parts of the Greater Accra Region. pic.twitter.com/497NCpBqLt

Here is a short clip showing flooded streets in Okponglo and Shiashie areas of Accra.

The city's Odorna Market was also hit by fire.

JUST IN: Accra-Circle Odorna Market hit by fire and flooding as early morning rains pound parts of Accra. pic.twitter.com/oRg7oHobcN

Severe flooding has hit Accra, Ghana's capital.