There has been another fire outbreak at Madina-Ritz Junction in the La Nkwantanang-Madina Municipality.
The fire which started around 11pm on Tuesday has gutted a number of shops in the area.
Speaking to Myjoyonline.com, a Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) Public Relations Officer, ADO2 Alex King Nartey said the cause of the fire is unknown.
According to him, the National Fire Service has five fire engines from various stations at the scene working earnestly to douse the flame.
“The location is very close to the Fire Station at Madina, so our men were here in one minute. Currently we have five appliances here, one from the National headquarters, Abelemkpe, Legon, Adenta and Madina,” he said.
This is the second time Madina-Ritz junction is recording a fire outbreak this year. In January 2023, over 30 makeshift container and houses were destroyed in a blaze.
Meanwhile, a Public Relations Officer of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), ADO2 Alex King Nartey, has bemoaned some citizens’ reluctance to engage personnel who seek to educate them on basic fire preventive measures.
In an interview with Myjoyonline.com, the officer highlighted the importance of cooperation between the Fire Service and the public to effectively prevent future fires and mitigate potential dangers.
His complaint follows a fire incident at Madina-Ritz in the La Nkwantanang-Madina Municipality on Tuesday.
According to him, although the fire station is a short distance from the market, traders refuse to engage the firefighters who come with the intent to enlighten them.