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Risk Factors, Effects and Management of Flood in the Ashaimann Municipality of the Greater Accra Region

Ampadu, Isaac

Flooding is a perennial problem in most parts of Accra for many years resulting in loss of lives and properties. Ashaiman is one of such areas within the Metropolis that record pockets of flood annually. Some flood prone areas in Ghana such as the Odo Basin have received major flood management interventions from the Go...

Student Theses and Capstone Projects Theses 2020 11 views 2 downloads 1 file

Post-Flood Health Risks and Challenges to Healthcare Accessibility in Selected Districts in Ghana: Case Study of The Akosombo Dam Spillage

Doh, Gladstone Elikem

Background: Floods are devastating natural disasters that have significantly impacted global public health, with dam-mediated flood events increasingly contributing to these public health concerns. Africa faces unique challenges in managing the health impacts of these dam-related floods. This study focuses on the healt...

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The Effects of Fluvial Flooding on Livelihood Vulnerability in Central Tongu and Ada East Districts of Ghana

Asuamah-Tawiah, Akua

Background: Flooding commonly refers to the overflow of water that submerge onto dry land. This can occur due to heavy rainfall, storm surges, rapid melting of snow or ice, or the overflow of rivers, lakes, or other water bodies. Dam-mediated flooding can occur due to various factors related to the operation, design, o...

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The Effects of Flooding on Education in Central Tongu and Ada East Districts of Ghana

Klevo, Shine

Background: The possibility of the occurrence of floods have increased due to environmental changes and human activities. These floods have severe impact on human lives and educational infrastructure and activities. The recent floods in Volta and parts of the Greater Accra has impacted livelihood and destructed educati...

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