The Ministry of Roads and Highways is set to initiate swift measures by constructing temporary bridges and pathways on sections of roads within the North East Region that were washed away by recent floods on Wednesday.

Extensive flooding caused parts of the West Mamprusi and East Mamprusi municipalities to be submerged during a four-hour heavy downpour.

The town of Walewale, serving as the West Mamprusi Municipal capital, has become isolated from Nalerigu, the regional capital, due to the destruction of a bridge and dam at Tinguri by the floods. Consequently, the main road connecting these two towns has become impassable.

The aftermath of this situation has resulted in displaced residents and stranded passengers, affecting several communities including Gaagbini, Tinguri, Mimima, Kuruguduri, Walewale, and Nalerigu. The floods have also caused damage to homes, farmlands, livestock, and property.

Despite efforts by NADMO to aid victims, Nalerigu remains inaccessible, prompting the Ministry of Roads and Highways to respond promptly.

The Deputy Minister of Roads and Highways, Stephen Jalulah, announced that the immediate solution involves the construction of temporary walkways and alternative routes to ensure passage on the roads.

North East Regional Minister, Yidana Zakaria, the Chief Executive of the West Mamprusi Municipal Assembly, Issahaku Aremeyaw Somo, the Member of Parliament for Nalerigu/Gambaga, Issifu Seidu Baba, as well as technical personnel from the ministry and road sector agencies, the Deputy Minister embarked on a tour.

During this tour, the delegation visited the heavily affected areas of Gaagbini, Tinguri, Nalerigu, and Gbuntiri, all of which had been severely impacted by the calamity.

Additionally, the ministry plans to permanently repair the roads in the upcoming weeks and install additional culverts to mitigate the impact of future flooding.