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Blackout at KIA After Tuesday’s Downpour Causes Delays

Kotoka International Airport (KIA) in Accra experienced a power outage on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, following a heavy downpour. The power failure led to significant delays in both incoming and outgoing flights, with disruptions in check-in systems and security screenings.The Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) explained that while the backup generators usually activate within seconds during such outages, an electrical system fault delayed their deployment. Power was fully restored at 18:19hrs, and GACL apologized for the inconvenience caused to passengers. They assured the public of their commitment to ensuring smooth airport operations in the future.

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More than 1,000 Flights Disrupted at Heathrow Airport After Nearby Fire

A fire at an electrical substation in London has caused widespread disruption at Heathrow Airport, with more than 1,350 flights being impacted. The fire, which occurred at a transformer within the substation, resulted in a power outage that led to the airport shutting down for an entire day. As a consequence, numerous flights were diverted, and many, including several United Airlines flights, were canceled. Some incoming flights from the US were even forced to turn back mid-air.The London Fire Brigade responded promptly to the blaze, sending 10 fire engines and about 70 firefighters to the scene. While the cause of the fire has not yet been determined, the flames have also caused power outages affecting over 16,300 homes in the surrounding area.In response to the emergency, Heathrow advised passengers not to travel to the airport, expecting significant disruption in the […]

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Accra Hit by Storm: Power Outages and Traffic Chaos

A powerful rainstorm that swept through Accra on March 13, 2025, left many parts of the city in darkness and caused widespread flooding. The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has assured customers that engineers are actively working to restore power after the outages caused by the storm. They apologized for the inconvenience and reassured the public that power supply would be restored soon.The rainstorm, which was accompanied by heavy rainfall, caused severe flooding, particularly along the Ofankor Barrier section of the N1 Highway. This led to heavy traffic jams stretching from Achimota Old Station to Tantra Hill. Drivers attempted to navigate around the floodwaters, but many vehicles were completely submerged in the rising water. Areas like Shiashie also saw significant flooding, affecting homes and businesses. The situation highlighted Accra's ongoing challenges with inadequate flood control infrastructure.As emergency crews continue to […]

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Sunyani Residents Unharmed After VRA Transformer Fire Sparks Power Outage.

Residents of Area Two in Sunyani were left unharmed after a fire broke out in a Volta River Authority (VRA) transformer early Thursday morning. The incident caused power outages, plunging parts of the municipality into darkness. By 10:00 a.m., VRA personnel were working to restore electricity.Locals reported hearing an explosion before noticing the transformer ablaze. Efforts to control the fire failed until the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) arrived and extinguished it. No injuries were reported.Assemblyman Abdul Issah expressed gratitude for the swift response by the GNFS, while the cause of the fire remains under investigation. Residents are hopeful that power will be restored soon.

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