The recent release of a temporary bridge blockage by a contractor working on the Kasoa-Winneba Highway dualization has led to the flooding of over 100 acres of rice farms in Gomoa Okyereko, Gomoa East District.

Farmers in the area reported that the contractor, who had initially blocked River Ayensu for the construction of a modern bridge, failed to inform them before releasing the blockage.

As a result, the sudden influx of water submerged vast portions of their rice fields, damaging crops that had been cultivated through significant investment.

In a conversation with Adom News, several farmers expressed their distress, revealing that many had taken out loans to finance their farming activities.

They emphasized that the unexpected water release has left them with enormous losses and no time to prepare.

These farmers are now calling on the government for immediate intervention, requesting emergency support and compensation to help them recover from the calamity.

They warned that the damage not only jeopardizes their livelihoods but also threatens local food production and economic stability in the area.

Margaret Naana Ackon, the District Chief Executive for Gomoa East, acknowledged the scale of the damage and assured the farmers that the Assembly would offer assistance.

She committed to engaging with relevant stakeholders to provide relief and explore possible compensation avenues for the affected farmers.