Prestea firefighters of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) on July 30, 2024, showcased their heroism by swiftly responding to a major fire outbreak at Dukes Fuel Filling Station in Kojokrom, Bogoso.

Led by ASTNO Emmanuel Sampson, the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) crew arrived promptly and managed to bring the blaze under control at 19:47 hours, fully extinguishing it by 20:20 hours without recording any injuries.

The quick and skilled action of these gallant firefighters prevented the fire from spreading to nearby residential buildings and a warehouse, averting what could have been a significant disaster.

An investigation is currently underway to determine the cause of the fire.

Despite the significant damage to several vehicles, including a Nissan pickup, a Mazda Demio, a recovery truck, and multiple tricycles and fuel pumps, the firefighters' efforts ensured that surrounding structures were preserved, minimizing the overall impact of the incident.

The unfortunate incident was filed by the PRO, Western Region on Saturday, August 3, and reported by the GNFS on its Facebook platform on August 4.