Gas explosion sparks massive fire at Spintex Coastal Estate

A suspected gas cylinder explosion triggered a massive fire at Spintex Coastal Estate located behind Absa Bank in Accra, Ghana, destroying numerous wooden structures and compelling residents to evacuate swiftly. The blaze affected 27 wooden buildings before firefighters gained control of the fire. A resident reported the fire began when a young boy reportedly left a gas cylinder unattended, which subsequently exploded and initiated the conflagration.

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) received an emergency alert around 7:30 a.m. and subdued the flames at 9:22 a.m. DOIII Matthew Kumi, the Acting Regional Operations Officer of GNFS, stated that despite the fire's ferocity, firefighters managed to rescue a church, ten wooden structures, and a multi-story building. He attributed the firefighting effort's challenges to an obstructed route due to a disabled vehicle, which delayed their arrival at the scene.

Ultimately, the firefighters succeeded in containing the blaze and averting its spread to adjacent properties. The precise origin of the fire remains unverified, although early reports from residents suggest a suspected gas cylinder explosion. No fatalities have been reported in connection with the incident.