VRA increases the Aksombo Dam's spill rate



The water level upstream of the Akosombo Dam is rising as a result of the continued rain. The Volta River Authority (VRA) has increased the spill rate as a result of this development.


According to a news release from the VRA's Corporate Affairs and External Relations Unit on Monday, October 9, the spill rate has increased, and the VRA has therefore advised communities downstream of the Akosombo dam to relocate to higher lands to guarantee their safety.


"VRA is engaging with the Metropolitan, Municipal & District Administrations (MMDAs), all the relevant stakeholders, and the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO) to educate, inform, and support the downstream communities to minimize any negative impact," it was noted.


Attached below is a copy of the press statement:


UPDATE ON CONTROLLED SPILLING AT THE AKOSOMBO AND KPONG DAMS


The Volta River Authority (VRA) on September 15, 2023 began controlled spilling at the Akosombo and Kpong Dams and continues to consistently monitor the water levels at both the upstream and downstream of the Akosombo and Kpong dams.


We wish to inform the public that owing to the persistent rains, the water level at the upstream of the Akosombo Dam continues to rise. As a result of this development, VRA has intensified the spill rate.


Communities downstream are, therefore, being advised to move to higher ground to ensure their safety. Furthermore, VRA is collaborating with the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), Metropolitan, Municipal & District Administrations (MMDAs) and all the relevant stakeholders to educate, inform and support the downstream communities to minimise any adverse impact.


The Authority will continue to monitor the situation and provide regular updates to the general public, accordingly.


ISSUED BY: CORPORATE AFFAIRS & EXTERNAL RELATIONS UNIT

DATE: OCTOBER 9, 2023



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