Devastating Rainstorm Hits Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis, Causing Widespread Power Outages and Flooding

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A severe rainstorm that swept through the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis on Thursday, June 27, 2025, left a trail of destruction, causing power outages and flooding in several areas. The storm, which lasted for over six hours, inundated parts of Adiembra, Sekondi, and the Central Business District (CBD), destroying properties and displacing residents. The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) announced that the heavy rainstorm caused outages within its network, affecting several communities in the Western Region. Residents were advised to take necessary precautions and avoid wading through floodwaters, which posed health risks. The Ghana Meteorological Agency has warned of more rains in the coming days, advising residents to be prepared and take necessary precautions.

Key Takeaways:

  • The rainstorm lasted for over six hours, causing widespread power outages and flooding in the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis.
  • Parts of Adiembra, Sekondi, and the Central Business District (CBD) were inundated, destroying properties and displacing residents.
  • The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) announced that the heavy rainstorm caused outages within its network, affecting several communities in the Western Region.
  • Residents were advised to take necessary precautions and avoid wading through floodwaters, which could be contaminated with pollutants and posed health risks.
  • The Ghana Meteorological Agency has warned of more rains in the coming days, advising residents to be prepared and take necessary precautions.
  • Affected residents appealed to the City Authorities to take immediate action to address the flooding issue and provide relief to affected residents.
  • The ECG assured affected customers that its engineers were working tirelessly to repair faults and restore power supply.

Statistics:

  • The rainstorm led to widespread power outages, affecting several communities within the Western Region. (Source: ECG statement)
  • The storm caused flooding in parts of Adiembra, Sekondi, and the Central Business District (CBD), displacing residents and destroying properties.
  • The ECG has reported that its engineers are working to repair faults and restore power supply. (Source: ECG statement)
  • The Ghana Meteorological Agency has warned of more rains in the coming days, advising residents to be prepared and take necessary precautions. (Source: Ghana Meteorological Agency)

Sources:

  • Ghana News Agency, June 27, 2025
  • Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) statement, June 27, 2025
  • Ghana Meteorological Agency, June 27, 2025