Floods in Côte d’Ivoire have killed 59 people since May, according to the country’s communication minister, Amadou Coulibaly, who reports the toll to a cabinet meeting in Abidjan. Authorities say the death count could rise further as rescue teams continue searching for victims during the rainy season. In Côte d’Ivoire, the rainy period runs from May through July. The broader impact of the weather system extends across West Africa, with additional fatalities reported in other countries. Ghana reports 13 deaths linked to flooding. The floods also affect Benin, Togo and Nigeria, with officials and media describing damage and ongoing response efforts as rains continue. Across the region, search and rescue operations continue alongside efforts to assist affected communities. Officials warn that conditions during the remaining weeks of the rainy season may increase risks and delay recovery.