A 37-year-old man tragically lost his life in Jacobu, located in the Amansie Central District of the Ashanti region, following a severe rainstorm that caused numerous facilities to collapse.
Reports from residents indicate that the deceased, identified as Kwabena Emma, was swept away by the deluge on Sunday, April 21, 2024.
According to eyewitnesses who spoke to OTEC News Reporter Jacob Agyenim Boateng, Kwabena Emma sought refuge in front of a shop during the relentless rainfall but later attempted to return home as the downpour persisted.
Under circumstances suggesting possible intoxication, Kwabena Emma stumbled and tragically drowned in a large gutter along his route home.
Furthermore, the rainstorm wreaked havoc on the technical block of Jacobu Senior High Technical School, causing significant damage to the roofing. The boys’ dormitory also suffered flooding, affecting numerous students.
Expressing concern over the situation, Amansie Central District Chief Executive, Micheal Donkor, emphasized the gravity of the events. He pledged the Assembly’s support for the affected victims, particularly the school, while urging charitable organizations and individuals to join efforts in providing relief for the affected students.