The Weija Municipal Assembly says it is putting measures in place to protect lives and property ahead of the anticipated spillage of the Weija Dam.

In an interview with Citi News, Municipal Director Bernard Mats Yingura revealed that a stakeholder meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday to outline the necessary plans and preparations.

He noted that while the spillage is expected to be controlled, residents living in communities near the dam must remain vigilant to avoid any potential damage.

“I know that this is a planned spillage—not one that will take Ghana Water Limited by surprise. Certainly, this should be a controlled one so that they get the level they want, so that it won’t necessarily have any adverse impact on other settlements,” he said.

Yingura advised residents and those whose activities take place near the dam to exercise caution.

“They should be cautious within the moment, and people whose activity takes place in areas where the water could affect should be able to stay away—especially those who work at the banks of the river. They don’t have to be taken by surprise.”

He added that community engagement efforts would follow the stakeholder meeting to ensure everyone is informed.

“I know that after the stakeholders meeting, some engagements will go on. Because people are farming or canoeing on the river without knowing that the tides are coming. The timetable should come out fast, and the date for opening the dam should be announced by vans to make people aware,” he stated.