Fire Guts Three-Storey Building At Manhyia
One of the rooms in flames A three-storey building at Manhyia South, near the Manhyia Government Hospital in Kumasi, was gutted by fire at about 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, Read More... The post Fire Guts Three-Storey Building At Manhyia appeared first on DailyGuide Network .
A three-storey building in Manhyia South, near the Manhyia Government Hospital in Kumasi, was consumed by fire on Thursday, August 20, 2026, around 1:00 p.m. The blaze reportedly caused panic among residents and passers-by, as thick smoke and flames engulfed parts of the structure. Preliminary reports suggested the fire might have been triggered by a gas explosion, though the exact cause remained unconfirmed at the time of publication.
Eyewitnesses reported that firefighters from the Asokore Mampong Fire Station were among the first to arrive on the scene to combat the flames. As additional resources were brought in to control the fire and prevent it from spreading to neighboring buildings, officials disclosed that 11 of the 44 bedrooms in the building were severely damaged.
Nevertheless, no casualties were reported in the incident. ACFO Amos Abban, speaking to Opemsuo News, advised property owners to regularly assess electrical wiring and cables in their properties, as faulty or weakened cables could potentially lead to fire outbreaks. He also cautioned the public against interfering with firefighters during emergencies, emphasizing the importance of providing ample space for these emergency responders to carry out their duties effectively.
Investigations are now underway to determine the precise cause of the fire and to ascertain the full extent of the damage to the property.
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