Weija Dam spillage: Eight communities urged to evacuate
Weija Dam spillage: Residents in eight communities told to evacuate Ghana Water Ltd says the dam has risen to 45.2 feet, close to its 46-foot threshold, following heavy rainfall within the Densu River catchment.
Residents in eight communities downstream of the Weija Dam have been urged to evacuate ahead of the planned release of excess water from Wednesday, September 9 2026.
Ghana Water Ltd (GWL) said the dam’s water level had risen to 45.2 feet—just 0.8 feet below its 46-foot threshold—following heavy rainfall upstream and within the catchment areas of the Densu River and its tributaries.
The communities identified as being at risk are Tetegu, Oblogo, Pambros Salt, Lower McCarthy Hill, Lower Weija, Bojo Beach, Ada Kopey and neighbouring areas.
In a statement issued on Monday, September 7, GWL asked residents to remain alert, comply with official evacuation directives and avoid activities that could expose them to danger.
The company said the precautionary release had become necessary because of the continuing rise in the dam’s water level.
Authorities told to prepare
GWL called on the National Disaster Management Organisation, district authorities, traditional leaders, assembly members and residents’ associations to take precautionary measures and prepare for an orderly 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,” the company said.
People living in the identified communities have been advised to follow instructions from emergency and local authorities as preparations continue.
The planned release is intended to manage the rising water level in the dam, but GWL’s statement did not provide an assessment of how many homes or residents could be affected.
The company also did not indicate whether temporary shelters or alternative accommodation had been arranged for people asked to leave their homes.
GWL said it would continue monitoring the dam and issue further public updates as the situation developed.