Two firefighters were hurt when the fire department put out the Timber Market fire

Early on Saturday, September 13, 2025, a sizable fire that had spread through the Accra Timber Market close to Ayalolo School was put out by the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS).

The first squad of firefighters arrived on the scene barely four minutes later, at 1:21 a.m., after the GNFS got the emergency call at 1:17 a.m.

Seven fire engines were sent out from strategic locations throughout the city, including Ministries, Circle, National Headquarters, Abelemkpe, Accra City, the Regional Headquarters Substation, and Legon. A GNFS water tanker and two other tankers from the Ablekuma Municipal Assembly and Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) provided support.

Several stores that sold hardware and wooden planks were destroyed in the fire, but it was finally put out after hours of fierce firefighting. The fire was completely put out at 11:44 a.m., after being contained at 6:26 a.m. and brought under control by 6:37 a.m.

Two firefighters were hurt during the operation; one was shocked by electricity, while the other was burnt on the left arm. After receiving treatment, both were released, and their conditions are said to be stable.

The Ayalolo cluster of schools and other surrounding facilities were spared from the fire thanks to the prompt reaction.

Daniella Mawusi Ntow Sapong, the acting chief fire officer, came to the scene to evaluate the damage and give her officers encouragement. ACFO II Rashid Kwame Nisawu, the Greater Accra Regional Commander; ACFO II Osmond Anum, the Deputy Director of Operations; and other senior officials who managed coordination joined her.

While investigations are being conducted to determine the cause of the fire, the GNFS has complimented all assisting authorities for their cooperation.

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Source: https://www.adomonline.com/