A widespread power outage has hit the Greater Accra Region, leaving thousands of residents without electricity. The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has confirmed that the outage is affecting Comm 9 Cemetery and its surrounding communities in the Tema Region.
Weather Conditions Cited as Cause of Power Outage
According to a public notice from the ECG, a fault within its network is responsible for the disruption in electricity supply to the affected areas. The notice does not provide a timeline for the full restoration of power supply.
Repair Work Underway
The ECG has deployed its technical teams to address the fault and restore electricity to the affected communities. Customers in the area have been advised to remain patient while the repair work is carried out.
Impact of the Outage
The power outage has caused difficulties for residents in the affected areas. The ECG has acknowledged the challenges posed by the outage and is working to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.
Weather Forecast Contributed to Power Outage
A rainstorm moving from northern Benin and Togo was expected to trigger thunderstorms over parts of northern Ghana during the afternoon and evening, according to the Ghana Meteorological Agency's weather forecast for Friday, August 14, 2026. This weather condition may have contributed to the power outage in the Tema Region.
The ECG is working to restore power to the affected communities as soon as possible. Residents are advised to remain patient while the repair work is carried out.
Source: Yen Politics
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