A massive fire swept through the Kasoa New Market in the early hours of Sunday, August 25, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.
The blaze, which began around 6 a.m., brought down approximately 96 shops, with several others suffering partial damage.
Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic, with flames engulfing the market and thick smoke billowing into the air.
The Ghana National Fire Service responded swiftly, with firefighters working tirelessly to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading further.
Their prompt actions saved many more shops from destruction.
The cause of the fire remains unknown, and an investigation is currently underway.
Authorities are assessing the damage and providing support to the affected traders, many of whom are now counting their losses.
A devastating fire brought down about 96 shops at the Kasoa New Market early this morning around 6 a.m. According to reports gathered by EDHUB, several other shops were partially affected by the incident.
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