A two-bedroom apartment at Kwashie Bu in Santa Maria, near Rect Academy, was completely destroyed by fire early this morning despite the rapid response of firefighters.
Personnel from the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), drawn from the Anyaa and Abelemkpe Fire Stations, received a distress call at approximately 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, February 18, 2026.
The first crew arrived on scene within 15 minutes and immediately began firefighting operations. The blaze had already engulfed the apartment and its contents by the time they reached the location.
Firefighters brought the fire under control at 8:08 a.m. and fully extinguished it by 8:20 a.m.
While the apartment and all its contents were lost, no injuries or fatalities were recorded.
Officers successfully prevented the flames from spreading to adjoining buildings, averting what could have been a far more devastating incident involving multiple structures.
The cause of the fire has not yet been determined. Investigations are underway to establish the exact circumstances surrounding the outbreak.
The GNFS has renewed its appeal to residents to strictly adhere to fire safety precautions — including proper handling of electrical appliances, safe storage of flammable materials, and prompt reporting of emergencies — to help minimise damage and protect lives.
The Service reminded the public of the national emergency line: 112.
