Accra experienced a powerful rainstorm on Tuesday afternoon, as strong winds and lightning wreaked havoc across the city.

The storm, which struck suddenly after a sunny morning, left a trail of destruction in its wake.

One of the hardest-hit areas was Kokomlemle, where the storm caused brief disruptions to the transmission of several radio stations under the Multimedia Group.

Meanwhile, at the A&C Mall in East Legon, the winds proved destructive, toppling a carport and damaging multiple vehicles.

The chaos extended to the city’s roads, as the downpour intensified rush-hour traffic congestion. Frustrated drivers and commuters found themselves stuck for extended periods, prompting many to call on the police to manage the situation.

Prior to the storm’s arrival, the Ghana Meteorological Agency had issued warnings about adverse weather conditions. The agency later reinforced its forecast, stating:

“The weather over Ghana this evening will be mostly cloudy with cases of localised thunderstorms with or without rain expected to affect some places in the coastal, middle, transition and northern sectors of the country.”

🎯Evening ForecastThe weather over Ghana this evening will be mostly cloudy with cases of localised thunderstorms with or without rain expected to affect some places in the coastal, middle, transition and northern sectors of the country. pic.twitter.com/qNcrkhWBNU— Ghana Meteorological Agency (@GhanaMet) March 25, 2025

Despite the advanced warning, the sudden shift from clear skies to heavy rainfall caught many off guard. The aftermath of the storm serves as a stark reminder of the need for preparedness as Accra enters its rainy season.