The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has announced the deployment of a special task force to patrol markets nationwide in a decisive effort to curb the rising trend of market fires. Chief Fire Officer Julius A. Kuunuor outlined the new measures, emphasizing the need for continuous surveillance to protect lives, property, and livelihoods. “Personnel and […]
The Tamale Timber Market has been severely damaged by a massive fire, becoming the latest market to be engulfed in flames in less than a week into the new year. The fire, which broke out late Monday night, caused widespread destruction and left traders in shock, marking yet another setback for the country’s already strained […]
Traders at the Kantamanto Market have begun reconstructing their burnt shops with wooden structures, taking matters into their own hands without waiting for government assistance following the devastating fire outbreak. The traders, who have started clearing debris from the site, have called on the government to assist in the rebuilding process after the massive blaze […]
A devastating fire has destroyed Kantamanto Market in Accra’s Central Business District, leaving hundreds of traders displaced and extensive property damage in its wake. The blaze, which broke out late at night, spread rapidly, reducing numerous shops and stalls to ashes despite the swift response of the Ghana National Fire Service. Firefighters from across the […]
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has confirmed that five 40-foot containers serving as an office complex at the Saglemi Housing Project site have been completely destroyed by fire. Fortunately, the edifices at the site remain unaffected. Assistant Divisional Officer Grade One (ADO1), Alex King Nartey of the GNFS Public Affairs Department, disclosed that the […]
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has confirmed a massive fire explosion at a garage in Bogobiri, Obuasi, in the Ashanti Region, resulting in the tragic loss of one life and injuries to several others. According to officials, the explosion, which occurred during welding activity, led to a devastating fire that engulfed five structures—three metal […]
A fire outbreak at AG506 Ntakokofamu in Winneba has claimed the life of a 74-year-old woman, Mrs. Hannah Adaah, and caused significant property damage. The incident occurred in the early hours of Saturday, prompting a swift response from the Winneba Fire Station at 1:13 am. Led by ADO II Attifa, the fire crew arrived at […]
A classroom at a school in Kpobikope-Amasaman, Greater Accra Region, was reduced to ashes on Thursday, November 29, after students recklessly used fire crackers near flammable materials. The resulting fire caused significant damage to one classroom before officers from the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) arrived to extinguish the flames and prevent the blaze from […]
A fire incident on Thursday morning at Circle Odawna in Accra destroyed about 15 wooden structures but saw more than 200 others saved, according to the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS). Speaking to the media, Assistant Division Officer (ADO1) Alex King Nartey from the GNFS Public Affairs Department explained that fire officers reached the scene […]
A fire broke out early this morning around 8 a.m. at a residential building in Nyankyerenease, Kwadaso, in the Ashanti Region, leaving the home completely destroyed and its occupants displaced. Witnesses reported that unable to reach fire service personnel in time, residents tried to contain the flames using sachet water. It was an unsuccessful effort […]
