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GWL to resume water releases from Weija Dam on September 9

From Daily Graphic · () English

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  • Ghana Water Ltd urged downstream residents to prepare for evacuation before it resumes releasing excess water from Weija Dam on September 9.
  • The dam's water level reached 45.2 feet, close to the 46-foot threshold, after heavy upstream and catchment-area rainfall.
  • Communities including Tetegu, Oblogo, Pambros Salt, Lower McCarthy Hill, Lower Weija and Bojo Beach could be affected.

Ghana Water Ltd has urged residents living downstream of Weija Dam to leave their homes ahead of the planned resumption of excess-water releases on Wednesday, September 9, 2026.

The company said the dam's water level had risen to 45.2 feet, close to the 46-foot threshold. Heavy rain upstream and continued rainfall across the Densu River catchment and its tributaries caused the increase.

GWL identified Tetegu, Oblogo, Pambros Salt, Lower McCarthy Hill, Lower Weija, Bojo Beach and Ada Kopey among the communities that could be affected. It urged residents to stay alert, follow official evacuation instructions and avoid activities that could put them at risk.

The company also called on the National Disaster Management Organisation, the District Assembly, traditional authorities, Assembly Members and resident associations to prepare for evacuation. "GWL is closely watching the situation and will continue to provide updates. The safety of residents is still our priority, and public cooperation is essential," it said.

GWL is closely watching the situation and will continue to provide updates. The safety of residents is still our priority, and public cooperation is essential.

· Ghana Water LtdThe utility urged residents and local authorities to cooperate with preparations for a possible evacuation.
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