The Volta River Authority (VRA) has declared that it will notify pertinent parties about a possible overflow of water from the Akosombo Dam.

Over forty stakeholders, including the Minister for the Interior and all the assemblies within the dam’s catchment areas, received a notice signed by Ing. Ken Arthur, Deputy Chief Executive in Charge of Services at VRA, indicating that engagement is starting right away and that spillage may occur if needed.

“The Volta River Authority (VRA) intends to commence engagements regarding the potential controlled spillage of water from the Akosombo Dam. This precautionary measure is crucial to maintaining the structural integrity of the dam and ensuring the safety of our communities,” the notice read.

It added that “We propose to engage you and the relevant team to discuss the potential implications, mitigative measures and information dissemination.”