In a rapid response effort, the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) successfully contained a fuel tanker blaze in Grupe, Savannah Region, on Saturday, October 26, 2024.
Firefighters from the Sawla Fire Station, led by Assistant Station Officer Mbemah Jacob, were dispatched at 10:07 AM to address the emergency. Upon arrival, the crew found the tanker (registration AS 9603-22) engulfed in flames, with the head compartment detached from the scene.
Swift action by the firefighting team prevented any injuries and minimized the risk to the surrounding area. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation as authorities work to determine the events leading up to the incident.