A blaze has engulfed a four-room residence in Assin Fosu, Central Region, resulting in the destruction of properties valued at thousands of cedis.

The victims, visibly shaken by the incident, were unable to salvage any belongings due to the fire's severity.

In an interview with Alfred Amoh of Adom News, Assin Fosu Municipal Fire Officer Paul Tawia mentioned that the Fire Service received the information belatedly, hindering their ability to contain the situation upon arrival.

Despite their attempts to douse the blaze, all the possessions remained unrecoverable.

Meanwhile, David Teye, the proprietor of the charred residence, and his daughter, Veronica Teye, conveyed their anguish and dismay over the situation as they ponder where to find shelter during this trying period.

Initial inquiries disclosed that an extension cord in one of the chambers remained powered, causing it to melt and spark the fire.

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