Residents across the Greater Accra Region are facing significant power outages following a severe rainstorm that swept through the capital and its surrounding areas.
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) issued a formal statement confirming that the widespread blackouts are a direct result of “faults caused by the heavy rainstorm.”
While the extent of the damage to the grid is still being assessed, the utility provider has deployed technical teams to address the impacted areas.
ECG has expressed regret for the inconvenience caused by the weather-driven disruption.
he company highlighted that its engineers are currently “working assiduously” to repair the faults and stabilize the power supply.
While many outages are part of larger grid failures, ECG also noted that some disruptions might be localized to specific homes or neighborhoods. Il).
f you are currently without power, ECG advises following these steps to ensure your outage is logged:
Determine if the outage is widespread or limited to your premises.
Call the ECG Contact Center at 0302 611611.
Visit the nearest ECG district office to file a report.
Reach out via their official social media handles @ECGghOfficial (X, Facebook, and Instagram).
During and after heavy rainstorms, the public is urged to stay away from fallen poles or sagging power lines, as these can remain energized and pose a life-threatening risk.
ECG has not yet provided a definitive timeline for full restoration, as work depends on the accessibility of fault sites and prevailing weather conditions.
By 1960news.com
