The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has attributed the power outages being experienced in parts of Accra to the flooding of seven substations after a downpour on Wednesday, May 1, 2024.
In a press statement released on May 2, 2024, the company revealed that the substations that were affected include Burma Camp L, Station H -Dzorwulu, Gbawe, Station D – Avenor, High Street AH, La Trade AJ, and Lakeside Estate.
The statement added that ECG and the Ghana National Fire Service were working together to “drain all flooded primary substations to ensure a swift restoration of power supply”.
“We wish to assure our cherished customers and all stakeholders of our commitment to ensuring a stable power supply and apologise unreservedly for the effect of the outage on our daily lives,” the statement added.
