Severe flooding kills dozens across five West African countries
Severe floods hit Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Benin, Togo and Nigeria this week, RFI reported. At least 13 people were killed in recent days in Ghana and five in Togo, while 59 have died in Côte d'Ivoire since the rainy season began in mid-May.
Severe floods struck much of West Africa this week, according to RFI. Côte d'Ivoire, Ghana, Benin, Togo and Nigeria were all affected by inundations caused by heavy rains.
The report said at least 13 people were killed in recent days in Ghana and five in Togo. In Côte d'Ivoire, the death toll has reached 59 since the rainy season began in mid-May.
The floods damaged homes and infrastructure as authorities pressed on with search and relief efforts. With the rainy season continuing, further risks are expected to remain a concern across the region.
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