A fuel tanker on Sunday evening, July 28, overturned on the Cape Coast-Takoradi highway, approximately 100 meters before the UCC east gate, resulting in a fuel spill across the roadway.

The cause of the tanker’s pod tipping over remains unknown.

The spilled fuel rendered the affected section of the highway slippery, endangering both pedestrians and motorists.

Some individuals were observed risking their safety by collecting the spilled fuel in containers.

Emergency services swiftly arrived at the scene.

Personnel from the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) and the Ghana Police Service were present to avert any potential disasters.

Police redirected traffic away from the spill area to prevent additional accidents.