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Abidjan experiences widespread flooding as torrential rains hit several districts
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Torrential rains have caused widespread flooding across Abidjan, C么te d'Ivoire's economic capital, from Sunday night, June 28, to Monday, June 29, 2026. Several districts, including Cocody Angr茅 r茅sidence 脡milie, 9 kilos, Songon carrefour h茅v茅a, Treichville Rue des Cimenteries, Axe Paillet-Carrefour des Deux Plateaux, and carrefour Zone Yopougon, have reported inundations, rising water levels, and impassable roads. Vehicles and individuals are struggling with the high waters, and significant damage has been observed. The meteorological service issued an orange vigilance alert for the autonomous district of Abidjan, warning of heavy rainfall and a high risk of flooding. The National Office of Civil Protection ONPC reported that in 2025, similar heavy rains resulted in 18 deaths, 79 flooded homes, and 47 impacted public infrastructures.
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