{"id":119996,"date":"2026-05-26T08:29:21","date_gmt":"2026-05-26T08:29:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=119996"},"modified":"2026-05-26T08:29:21","modified_gmt":"2026-05-26T08:29:21","slug":"heavy-rains-destroy-bridge-cut-off-some-communities-in-wa-west","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sotnews.agency\/?p=119996","title":{"rendered":"Heavy rains destroy bridge, cut off some communities in Wa West"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Residents of Meteu and surrounding communities in the Wa West District of the Upper West region have been cut off following the collapse of a community bridge after heavy rains on Monday, May 25.<\/p>\n

The incident has stranded several residents and disrupted movement between communities, with schoolchildren among those most affected.<\/p>\n

According to reports from the area, the downpour triggered flooding that damaged the Meteu Community Bridge, making it unsafe and impossible for residents, commuters and pupils to cross.<\/p>\n

The destruction of the bridge has created serious difficulties for residents who depend on the route for daily activities, including access to schools, farms, markets and healthcare facilities.<\/p>\n

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Schoolchildren were particularly affected, as many were reportedly stranded and unable to return home after school due to the inaccessible route.<\/p>\n

Residents say the situation has heightened fear and uncertainty within the community, especially among parents concerned about the safety of their children amid the ongoing rains.<\/p>\n

Community members are appealing to government authorities, the district assembly and disaster management agencies to urgently intervene and restore access to the affected communities.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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