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Fire swept through three girls’ dormitories at Labone Senior High School in Accra on Sunday afternoon, leaving one completely destroyed and two others partially damaged.
The fire broke out while students were attending their afternoon prep, sparing them from harm. However, several personal belongings, including mattresses, chop boxes, and learning materials, were lost in the blaze.
Firefighters from the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) responded swiftly, arriving at the scene within seven minutes of being dispatched.
Speaking on the incident, ADO Alex King Nartey, a member of the GNFS Public Relations Department, provided details of the response effort.
“When we arrived, we discovered that the girls’ dormitory—specifically the new building—was on fire. Out of the six dormitories on the top floor, three were affected; one was completely destroyed, while the other two sustained partial damage,” he said.
The fire, which started at around 1pm, was brought under control by 1:42 pm, preventing further destruction. While the exact cause remains unknown, the GNFS has launched an investigation, with preliminary suspicions pointing to a possible electrical fault.
Despite the devastation, no injuries or casualties were recorded. The displaced students have been temporarily relocated to the school’s assembly hall for shelter, while authorities work to restore order.
“By God’s grace, all the students are safe and accounted for,” Nartey reassured.
Meanwhile, the management of Labone SHS has urged parents and the general public to remain calm, assuring them that the situation has been contained. The school has pledged to put in place stronger safety measures to prevent future occurrences.
As investigations continue, the focus remains on providing immediate relief for the affected students and assessing the full extent of the damage.
source: graphic.com.gh
Yaw Boagyan
Rafiq Adam
