Ghana Remembers: The June 3rd Disaster, 10 Years On

June 3rd Disaster: A Decade of Remembrance and Reflection Ten years ago, on June 3rd, 2015, Ghana experienced a devastating disaster that claimed the lives of 154 people and left many injured. The event, primarily attributed to flooding and fires, left a lasting scar on the nation. The video, released on the anniversary, provides a powerful reminder of this tragedy. It features harrowing footage of the aftermath, showing the extent of the destruction and the human suffering. One survivor, Alex Mensah, a commercial driver, recounted his ordeal: "On that day, I came to circle to pick my wife home because it was raining heavily. After picking her up, the water entered my engine which made the car unable to move again. After a while, my wife signaled me that the station had caught fire. Before I could run, the fire had blinded one of my eyes." The government of the day pledged to prevent similar tragedies in the future. The video includes footage of a government official addressing the nation, promising to improve drainage systems and take drastic steps to address the underlying issues that contributed to the disaster. While the full extent of those improvements remains to be seen, the anniversary serves as a crucial reminder of the importance of preparedness and infrastructure development to prevent future loss of life. The anniversary serves as a somber reminder of the devastating loss, but also as a call to action for continued efforts in disaster prevention and community resilience.