Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has temporarily shut down the Owabi Water Treatment Plant in the Ashanti Region after heavy rainfall washed large volumes of sediment into its water source, disrupting the treatment process.

The shutdown took effect at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 12, 2026, and is expected to disrupt water supply to several communities in the Abuakwa District and surrounding areas.

In a statement issued on Thursday, November 12, management of GWL in the Ashanti Region explained that the heavy rains had washed significant amounts of sediment into the water source, necessitating emergency cleaning of the treatment facilities.

According to the company, the exercise is intended to protect water quality and ensure that the plant continues to produce clean and safe drinking water in accordance with the required standards.

The affected communities 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 supplied by the plant will also experience disruptions.

GWL said the cleaning exercise is expected to be completed by Friday, November 13, 2026, after which water production will resume.

It added that water supply to the affected communities would be restored gradually as the distribution system stabilises.

“Management sincerely regrets the inconvenience this temporary shutdown may cause and appeals to affected customers for their patience and understanding,” the statement added.