A fire outbreak on Tuesday afternoon (March 17, 2026) ravaged a row of shops at Sakumono Estate Junction, destroying properties and disrupting business activities in the area.

The incident occurred at a stretch of metal containers used for commercial purposes near the Sakumono Estates junction bus stop.

The Tema Regional Public Relations Officer of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), Divisional Officer Grade II Ebenezer Yenzu, said a distress call was received at 2:47 p.m. on Tuesday, 17 March 2026, prompting a swift response from fire crews.

He said firefighters from the Motorway, Tema Metro and Industrial fire stations were dispatched to the scene, arriving at 3:06 p.m. to battle the blaze.

Extent of destruction

He indicated that the fire, classified as commercial, affected a total of eight shops. Four of the shops, including a tailoring shop, a provision store, a bakery, and a water and drinks depot, were partially damaged.

He added that four other shops dealing in food, cosmetics, drinks and kitchen appliances were destroyed.

Fire contained, items salvaged

DO II Yenzu said firefighters brought the fire under control at 4:02 p.m. and fully extinguished it by 4:52 p.m.

He said the crew managed to salvage about 42 items from the affected shops, adding that no injuries or fatalities were recorded.

Multi-agency response

DO II Yenzu said the operation was led by the Katamanso District Fire Commander, ACFO II Mercy Amoah, with support from ADO I Hado Felix of the Motorway Fire Station and ADO I Desmond Dewornu of the Tema Metro Fire Station.

He added that the Sakumono District Police, led by ASP Sylvia Owusu, also assisted at the scene.

Cause under investigation

DO II Yenzu said the cause of the fire was currently under investigation.