GNFS has not acquired fire tenders in the past 15 years - Alex King Nartey
Alex King Nartey, Public Relations Officer of the GNFS, speaking on Accra-based Citi FM, revealed that the service has not received any new fire tenders in the past 15 years, a situation seriously affecting emergency response operations nationwide. He stated, "The last time we got any fire tender was over 15 years ago. 15 good years ago. Even if you buy a brand new car, within five to 10 years it will wear out. How much more fire tenders that respond to multiple fires a day?"
Mr. Nartey highlighted that the lack of modern equipment hampers firefighters during large-scale emergencies such as floods, building collapses, and major fire outbreaks. He expressed disappointment over public reactions to rescue operations during recent floods, particularly viral videos where firefighters were reportedly mocked by onlookers. He lamented, "Do you hate the fire service so much that you laugh at a fire officer trying to rescue someone? Exactly what is our offense? People are even recording videos while firefighters are risking their lives, and yet they are laughing." He explained that ageing equipment frequently breaks down under pressure, reducing the efficiency of critical operations. The GNFS has renewed calls for government support to modernise its fleet and better equip personnel.
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The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) is facing severe logistical challenges, including a lack of new fire tenders for over 15 years. This
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