The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced measures to tackle the growing issue of crows disrupting power distribution networks in the Ashanti Sub-Transmission region.
In a statement issued by the Ashanti regional office, ECG acknowledged that the activities of crows have led to frequent power outages, creating operational challenges and inconveniencing consumers across the region.
The company assured the public that its Ashanti Sub-Transmission team is actively working to mitigate the effects of these disruptions and ensure a stable and reliable power supply.
ECG emphasized its commitment to addressing the issue promptly and called for public cooperation as it implements the necessary interventions.
Crows, known for their intelligence and adaptability, pose an unexpected hazard to power distribution networks. Their tendency to perch on transmission lines and structures can lead to disruptions through various means, including:
– Short circuits and line trips, affecting power supply.
– Equipment damage, as nests containing metallic materials trigger electrical faults.
– Insulation breakdown, caused by droppings forming conductive paths under humid conditions.
– Increased maintenance costs and operational risks, straining resources.”
The Ashanti Regional office of the Electricity Company of Ghana identified the most affected feeders in the region as Barekese, Akyawkrom, Effiduase, Kumawu, Bekwai, New Edubiase, Dunkwa, and Manso Nkwanta.
These disruptions, caused by crow activity, have significant implications for the reliability of power supply and the overall efficiency of the transmission network.
To address the issue, ECG’s Ashanti Sub-Transmission team has assured the public that a range of preventive measures will be implemented to mitigate the impact.
These include:
– Physical Barriers: Bird spikes, insulated covers, and perch deterrents to minimize roosting.
– Optimized Line Design: Adequate conductor spacing and enhanced insulation to reduce accidental contact.
– Nesting Deterrents: Routine nest removal and application of non-conductive materials on structures.
– Acoustic & Visual Disruptors: Deployment of distress calls, reflective surfaces, and predator decoys to discourage perching.
– Strategic Monitoring: Regular line patrols for early detection and rapid response to faults caused by bird interference.
According to the ECG, these measures are designed to minimize the impact of crows on the transmission infrastructure and ensure a reliable power supply to consumers in the Ashanti Region.
“To provide impetus for improving supply reliability in the region, the General Manager of Special Projects at Head Office, Ing Frederick Kwabena Bediako, in collaboration with Ing Daniel Mensah Asare, GM Ashanti South, and Technical Managers of Ashanti Sub-T, have patrolled the Kuntenase- Bekwai and other problematic feeders to identify challenges affecting the stability of supply in the area.”
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