Water Supply to Kumasi Interrupted
The Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) has announced the interruption in water supply in parts of the Kumasi metropolis following a burst on a major transmission line.
According to a statement issued by the Company, the transmission line was perforated by equipment of the contractor constructing drains from the Suame roundabout to Breman Ahenful.
“The Management of Ghana Water Ltd (GWL), Ashanti Region, wishes to inform its cherished customers and the public that there has been a major burst on the 36” (900mm) transmission line that serves a greater part of the Kumasi metropolis.”
The development is anticipated to affect areas such as Suame, Tafo/Pankrono, Asokwa, Bantama, Sokoban, Kronum, Barekese, Manhyia, Oforikrom, Kwadaso, Atasamanso, Kotwi, Adum, KNUST, Odoum, Asokore Mampong, and surrounding areas.
It is unknown when repair works will be completed; however, the statement issued by the Company said the Barekese Water Treatment plant and the Achiase Booster have been shut down to enable repairs.
It assured the repair works would be completed as soon as practicable to restore water supply to the affected areas.
“Management assures the public that engineers are working around the clock to ensure repairs are completed as soon as practicable and supply will resume immediately after works are completed.”
