GNFS fully contains Suame Magazine fire, one woman dead, several properties destroyed
Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) brought under control a major commercial fire in the early hours of Saturday, May 16, 2026, in parts of Suame Magazine Zone 18 in Kumasi. The fire claimed one life and destroyed multiple properties. The fire was reported to the Breman Fire Station at about 3:22 a.m.
The blaze affected three wooden structures, three metal containers, four vehicles, and nine DAF vehicle engines. Firefighters arrived at 3:34 a.m. and brought the fire under control at 3:59 a.m., fully extinguishing it by 4:51 a.m. using water and foam. A 70-year-old woman, identified as Madam Bawama Naya, lost her life. Firefighters were able to salvage several vehicles, including three Sprinter buses, one Smiling Benz bus, and one Opanka bus.
The body of Madam Bawama Naya was handed over to the Suame District Police Command for preservation and investigation. The cause of the fire is yet to be determined, with investigations currently underway. The GNFS has urged operators within industrial and commercial enclaves to strictly observe fire safety protocols.
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A fire has ripped through parts of Suame Magazine Zone 18 in Kumasi involving the GNFS. The extent of the damage is still being assessed- but the impact on the community is undeniable.
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