Multiple residential apartments in the suburb of Bomso, in the Oforikrom Municipality of Kumasi in the Ashanti region, have been razed down by fire.

According to eyewitnesses and affected residents, more than fifty rooms and valuable items worth thousands of cedis were destroyed by fire.

The incident has also left scores of residents displaced.

Earlier reports suggest that the explosion from an electricity meter could have triggered the fire.

Speaking to the media, District Fire Commander for Oforikrom, DO2 Appiah Anthony, revealed that firefighters swiftly arrived at the scene after receiving a distress call from the victims.

He noted that the structure’s layout made containing the fire challenging.

He added that an investigation has been launched to ascertain the exact cause of the fire.

Ghana has experienced multiple fire outbreaks within the first few months of the year, raising concerns among citizens as homes, businesses, and markets suffer extensive damage.

Many have demanded an investigation, suspecting that some of these incidents may be deliberate acts by unidentified individuals.

While the GNFS probes these occurrences, it has emphasized the need for heightened fire safety awareness, routine inspections, and strict enforcement of safety regulations to prevent further disasters.

Meanwhile, the Service has on several occasions contributed to response delays due to outdated equipment.

The GNFS has called for an increase in fire stations nationwide as well as a supply of modern equipment.