A fire outbreak in Lartebiokorshie, Accra, has affected seven houses and injured one firefighter, causing panic among residents and prompting a significant security deployment to the area.
Regional Fire Commander, Assistant Chief Fire Officer Rashid Nisawu, said the fire started at 16:15 hours, with the first emergency call received immediately.
“The Service responded swiftly, dispatching the first fire tender just one minute later. By 16:24 hours, the first fire engine was on the scene,” Officer Nisawu explained.
“At the moment, we have been able to confine the fire. We currently have about six fire engines working to contain the blaze,” he added, urging residents to remain calm. “There should not be any panic. We want to assure everybody that they should not panic.”
Officer Nisawu noted that a major challenge for the fire service has been the limited water supply in the area. “We have to commute to distant places for water,” he said. “We also called the police to assist us in managing the crowd and ensuring safety.”
The cause of the fire remains unknown, and investigations are ongoing.
While no fatalities have been reported, one firefighter and a civilian sustained injuries and have received medical attention from the Ambulance Service team. Emergency responders remain on the scene as the community assesses the damage.
Authorities are urging residents to remain calm and exercise caution while the situation is managed. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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