The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has indicated that an illegal electrical connection might have sparked the fire at the Kwame Nkrumah Interchange, commonly referred to as ‘Circle,’ in Accra.
This assertion was made by the Public Relations Officer of the GNFS, ADO Alex King Nartey, during an interview conducted just hours after the blaze was brought under control.
“Illegal connections could be the cause,” he stated.
The fire, which erupted on the evening of Wednesday, June 5, engulfed approximately 100 wooden structures, reportedly being used as brothels.
Firefighters from the GNFS responded swiftly to the emergency, working tirelessly to extinguish the flames. Despite facing logistical challenges, ADO Alex Nartey assured the public that the situation was under control and that the firemen were doing their utmost to manage the incident effectively.
The inferno has resulted in significant property damage, though no casualties have been reported at this time.
Residents and business owners in the vicinity are anxiously awaiting the outcome of the investigation, hoping to understand what led to this devastating event.