Several hostels in KNUST flooded after heavy downpour

Heavy rainfall on June 26 caused severe flooding in off-campus hostels at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), particularly in the Ayeduase area.

The downpour resulted in water accumulation, disrupting students' lives and damaging personal belongings, electronics, and study materials.

Students had to wade through water to reach examination halls, and many expressed frustration, sharing images and videos on social media.

They called for immediate action from hostel management and local authorities to address drainage issues and prevent future flooding.

The situation left students scrambling to protect their possessions.