Connaught Hospital Flooded Again Amidst Freetown Downpour

Connaught Hospital, Sierra Leone’s primary referral government hospital, has once again been inundated with floodwaters following heavy rains that have battered Freetown in recent weeks.

Videos circulating on social media show the extent of the flooding within the hospital premises, raising concerns about the safety and well-being of patients and staff.

The hospital has a history of flooding during heavy rainfall, with water from surrounding streets often overflowing into the facility. This recurring issue has raised questions about the adequacy of the hospital’s drainage system and the overall preparedness of authorities to handle such emergencies.