Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has temporarily shut down the Owabi Water Treatment Plant in the Ashanti Region following heavy rainfall that washed large volumes of sediment into its water source, disrupting the water treatment process.
The shutdown, which took effect at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 12, 2026, is expected to affect water supply to several communities in the Abuakwa District and surrounding areas.
In a statement issued on Thursday, GWL management in the Ashanti Region said the heavy rains had caused significant sedimentation in the water source, making it necessary to undertake emergency cleaning of the treatment facilities.
Communities expected to experience water supply disruptions include Asuoyeboah, Tanoso, Apatrapa, Pokukrom, Bokankye, Nyankyereniase, Esaase, Akropong, Mfensi, Twedie, Abuakwa, Maakro, Mim, Nkwakom, Nkawie, Toase, Afari, Wioso, Mpasatia, Abrepo Asuobonteng and Bronikrom.
Parts of Bohyen, the Military Barracks and other communities served by the plant are also expected to be affected by the temporary shutdown.
GWL indicated that the cleaning exercise is expected to be completed by Friday, November 13, 2026, paving the way for water production to resume.
The company, however, noted that water supply to affected communities would be restored gradually as the distribution network stabilises.
Management apologised for the inconvenience caused by the temporary shutdown and appealed to customers in the affected areas to exercise patience and understanding while the emergency maintenance work is being carried out.
Source: www.kumasimail.com
