A Man Diesel truck on Tuesday, August 27, caught fire at Mantrac, opposite New Times Corporation in Accra, but prompt action by firefighters prevented further disaster.
The fire, which erupted at around 4:45 am, involved the head of the truck and caused significant damage.
Firefighters from the Circle Fire Station responded swiftly to the distress call, arriving on the scene within just five minutes. They managed to extinguish the blaze within 25 minutes. No injuries were reported as a result of the fire.
Although the truck‘s head was severely damaged, the firefighters were able to salvage the trailer and key installations in the vicinity. This included a diesel tank, a fuel dispenser, a brand-new generator, and the engine, all of which were protected from the fire’s impact.
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.