By Ruth Ahenkan (UniMAC-IJ)
Bogoso Kokoase, a community in the Western region, which is home to over thousands of individuals, has been plagued by overflowing gutters that bring about flooding, stench, and sickness. Residents of this community are living in fear and discomfort due to the persistent problem of overflowing gutters that has plagued their community for years. The situation has become a nightmare, especially during the rainy season, as the gutters overflow onto the roads and into homes, bringing with them a putrid smell and, at times, dangerous animals like snakes.
Despite pleas to authorities, the situation remains dire, with many wondering when relief will come. The flooding caused by the overflowing gutters also hinders free movement between vehicles, leading to congestion and overcrowding on the roads. It is always a nightmare trying to navigate the roads during the rainy season, as the floods make it difficult to drive. Moreover, the unpleasant smell is unbearable, and residents are constantly worried about the safety of their children and loved ones. The snakes that come with the floods are a real threat to their lives.
As the situation persists, residents are hoping that the appropriate authorities will come to their aid by constructing proper drainage systems to prevent the gutters from overflowing and installing proper waste management systems to prevent the smell and the influx of dangerous animals. The residents have been complaining about this issue for years, and it is imperative that the authorities take immediate action to address the problem.
As the rainy season approaches, the residents of Bogoso Kokoase are bracing themselves for the worst. They can only hope that their cries for help will be heard and addressed before the situation gets out of hand. The community is in a state of distress, and it is the responsibility of the authorities to ensure that the residents live in a safe and healthy environment. The residents are eagerly waiting for a solution to this long-standing problem, and they hope that the authorities will not turn a deaf ear to their pleas.
