Massive fire razes Poku Pharma warehouse at Fumesua
Poku Pharma Company Limited experienced a fire outbreak that destroyed a warehouse and pharmaceutical products at Fumesua. The incident triggered a firefighting operation by the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS). The distress call was received at about 7:57 p.m., with the first fire crew from the KNUST Fire Station arriving at the scene at 8:15 p.m.
Two additional fire engines from the Asokore Mampong Fire Station and the Regional Headquarters Substation were deployed. Firefighters brought the fire under control at about 9:50 p.m., but final extinguishing operations continued until 7:17 a.m. on Tuesday. The warehouse and its contents, including assorted drugs, were completely destroyed. Firefighters prevented the blaze from spreading to two adjoining storey buildings, an accounts office and some raw materials. No injuries or fatalities were recorded. The GNFS commended its personnel for their swift response and professionalism.
The cause of the fire is under investigation. The Ashanti Regional Fire Commander, Peter Tetteh, together with other senior officers, supervised the operation at the scene.
Quick Summary
A major fire has struck the Poku Pharma warehouse in Fumesua, prompting a large response. The incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of pharmaceutical storage facilities - what could have sparked this?
Summary - read the full story for complete context.

Image: Adom Online
GhanaFront aggregates news from trusted sources. Click to read the original article.
Keywords
Explore related tagsMore from Adom Online
Related Stories
More from Regional

GNFS conducts emergency simulation exercise at Bank of Ghana in Tamale
A simulation exercise tested emergency response at a major bank - but were they prepared for what they found?
1h ago•2 min read

Three arrested over suspected narcotics, GH¢100,000 bribery attempt in Eastern Region
A narcotics bust in the Eastern Region leads to arrests and a shocking bribery attempt - but what was really going on?
21h ago•2 min read

Lightning kills one, injures six during funeral rites at Pai-Katanga
A somber ceremony takes a shocking turn- leaving a community in distress. What could have happened?
1d ago•2 min read

Respect customary laws - Accra Mayor to religious bodies over ban on noise-making
Accra's Mayor urges respect for customary laws - but what does this mean for religious bodies and the public?
1d ago•2 min read




