A fire outbreak on the night of Saturday, June 7, destroyed a mechanic shop near the SDA Church in Kintampo in the Bono East Region, destroying 15 motorbikes, a commercial fufu pounding machine, and a wooden structure.
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) responded swiftly and managed to bring the blaze under control within minutes, preventing it from spreading to nearby clustered shops and structures.
No injuries or fatalities were reported. While the cause of the fire remains under investigation, preliminary assessments by fire officers suggest it may have been triggered by electrical faults or unattended flammable materials.
The GNFS has once again urged the public, especially shop owners and mechanics, to strictly observe fire safety protocols. They also advised the installation of fire extinguishers and proper electrical wiring in workshops to prevent future incidents.
—citinewsroom
