The level of flooding in Liberia continues to disproportionately accumulate, reaching unprecedented levels of environmental and economic destruction across the country.
Flooding, which has been observed globally for its negative effects, has entangled Liberia, leaving thousands without shelter nationwide.
Like other areas, slum communities in District #8 of Montserrado County are experiencing significant destruction due to the substantial flooding caused by continuous rainfall.
On average, these slum dwellers are low-income earners who survive on less than a dollar per day.
Hundreds of families are seen daily carrying their belongings, either on their heads or by other means, in search of better places to live.
Communities in District #8, located in the heart of Monrovia, have begun to witness the use of canoes to transport residents from flooded areas.
For instance, Verity Newspaper observed that homes of community members in Warwein, Saye Town, Jallah Town, Rockspring Valley, and others have been severely affected by floodwaters, leaving them with no choice but to evacuate forcefully.
The situation continues to plague citizens in this part of Liberia, which is situated in the heart of Monrovia.
While the country is classified as the eighth poorest in the world, flooding—a costly issue—continues to devastate the nation’s priorities.
This phenomenon has gone beyond expectations, as the district, for the first time, experienced significant floodwaters between the U.N. and Monrovia City Corporation buildings, an unusual occurrence that has left many surprised.
At one point, the situation obstructed the movement of vehicles and motorcycles, making commuting nearly impossible.
As flood-waters spread, they threaten lives, inundate properties and businesses, destroy belongings, damage vital infrastructure, and prevent access to essential public services.
Often, the effects of flooding are long-term and can be very costly, disruptive, and distressing for the affected communities.
While citizens in other areas struggle with the impacts of flooding, conditions in District #8 are worsening day by day.
Affected families, the majority of whom are low-income earners, believe that immediate intervention is essential.
