In the capital of Ghana, 13 people died as a result of severe flooding.

At least 13 people have died as a result of severe flooding in the Ghanaian capital, Accra. This was reported on June 30 by the BBC television channel, citing local emergency services.

"At least 13 people have died in the Ghanaian capital, Accra, after heavy rains caused severe flooding," the publication said.

Authorities urged residents to stay at home or move to higher ground, as forecasters warned of the approach of a new storm from the east of the country. According to the fire service, the number of victims may increase.

Rescuers have already evacuated more than 470 people. The flood inundated residential buildings and cars, and also led to a fire at a rubber factory. Electricity supply was temporarily cut off in the affected areas due to damage to the energy infrastructure.

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Xinhua news agency reported on May 25 that three people were killed in heavy rains in Chongqing, China. Municipal and regional flood and drought management centers of Chongqing sent a rescue team consisting of more than 400 people to the scene. They include specialists from public safety, emergency response and fire protection services.