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ECG addresses power outages after heavy rainfall

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has attributed the power outage experienced in parts of the country, particularly the Greater Accra Region, to a rainstorm that hit on Thursday, March 13, 2025.

In a statement, ECG assured the public that its engineers are working to rectify the faults and restore power supply as soon as possible.

“The inconvenience caused is deeply regretted,” the statement added.

The downpour led to flooding in several parts of Accra, notably along the Ofankor Barrier stretch of the N1 Highway, causing severe traffic congestion and disruptions.

Read the full statement below:

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