Five basic schools in New Juaben North Municipality in the Eastern region have been closed due to the flood disaster.
The schools were flooded destroying teaching and learning materials.
Addressing the media, the Municipal Chief Executive Comfort Asante said measures are being put in place for the BECE candidates preparing to write their exams this month.
One person died while 2686 made up of 977 children and 1708 adults were affected by the floods.
203 households have either collapsed completely or partially damaged.
The MCE said the assembly has mobilized relief materials to be distributed to the affected persons being sheltered in churches, mosques, and community centers.
The assembly is however appealing to groups, NGOs, and religious bodies to come to their aid.
Source: Ghana/Starrfm.com.gh/kojo Ansah
