The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has provided 10 safety tips to assist members of the general public to stay safe amidst flooding.

The public education is timely, as the country has recorded numerous deaths owing to the perennial flooding whenever there is heavy rain.

Below are ten things you need to do during a flood.

Listen to a local Television or Radio Station for latest information on the weather.

Follow instructions given by public safety officials like Ghana National Fire Service.

Be alert to changing weather conditions and be ready to move to higher ground.

Consider postponing outdoor activities.

Tie down or bring in outdoor objects (patio furniture, children's toys, trash cans, etc.) that could be swept away or damaged during flooding.

Consider switching off and unplugging sensitive electronic equipment before flooding occurs.

But, do not touch electrical equipment if you are wet or standing in water.

Elevate items stored in your basement or storage house to prevent damage. If possible store such items in water tight containers. If you have a sump pump, check that it is working.

Consider clearing street catch basins and other storm drains to prevent or reduce street flooding.

Avoid camping or parking along streams, rivers, creeks, or other areas prone to flooding during heavy rainfall. These areas can flood rapidly and with little warning.

Meanwhile, the Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMeT) has issued a warning that Accra, the country's capital, is at risk of flooding whenever rainfall exceeds 50 millimeters.

Owing to this, the Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), George Ayisi, has entreated members of the general public to immediately search for havens when it begins to pour heavily.

According to Mr Ayisi, identifying safe spots is critical when one is unable to determine whether his or her environment is flood-prone.

“Those who are traveling, in some cases, it will be stormy, windy. If you are travelling to places where there are trees and co just be careful. If you are in areas where the roofing of houses or homes areas not too good, let’s be careful in those areas.

“If we are in areas where we are not sure and they are flood prone let’s try and identify safe havens in the city and then let’s try and move to safer grounds for ourselves and our relatives,” he stated.