The Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has begun a controlled release of excess water from the Weija Dam as a precautionary measure in response to the onset of the rainy season.
In a press statement issued on Friday, May 23, the Ghana Water Limited cautioned residents living downstream of the Weija Dam to prepare for potential flooding as the utility company commences a controlled spillage of excess water.
The spillage, the company explained, is to safeguard the structural integrity of the dam and avert possible disaster.
With the current water level at 45 feet, just two feet below the maximum safe operating limit of 47 feet, and continuing to rise, GWL urged residents in vulnerable areas to evacuate to avoid a repeat of previous flood incidents.
“The Management of GWL is by this release sounding a word of caution to inhabitants downstream to evacuate the area to forestall any eventuality”.
“Additionally, the Ga West Municipal
Assembly has been advised to desilt the estuary to facilitate the smooth flow of excess water into the sea and to clear accumulated refuse along the course of the river” parts of the statement read.
GWL emphasized the need for residents to adhere to guidance from disaster management authorities, stating, “Residents downstream must heed all warnings from NADMO and other agencies mandated to manage disasters.”
The communities at risk of flooding include Tetegu, Oblogo, Pambros Salt, Lower McCarthy Hill, Lower Weija, Bojo Beach, Adakope, and surrounding areas.
GWL appealed for public cooperation to prevent a repeat of past disasters and protect lives and property.
