In the early hours of Friday, September 19, 2025, disaster struck the bustling Madina Market in Accra. As most of the city slept, flames erupted around 1:00 a.m., quickly consuming several shops and wooden structures, and casting a thick, smoky pall across the night sky.
Eyewitnesses described scenes of panic and heartbreak. Traders and residents, drawn by the glow and commotion, watched helplessly as their livelihoods disappeared in the blaze, long before the arrival of emergency responders.
By 1:36 a.m., the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) received an urgent call for help. Fire crews reached the market within two minutes, but the ferocity of the fire, coupled with a lack of nearby hydrants, meant reinforcements were needed. Four additional engines were dispatched to battle the inferno.
According to a GNFS statement, “The fire affected wooden structures, two corn milling shops, and nine containers.” Firefighters worked tirelessly, confining the fire by 3:07 a.m., getting it under control by 3:19 a.m., and finally extinguishing it at 4:40 a.m.
Though the flames left a trail of destruction, firefighters managed to save a nearby one-storey warehouse and neighboring buildings. Miraculously, there were no casualties.
The cause of the fire remains unknown, but investigations are underway. Meanwhile, the GNFS has assured the public of its continued commitment to protecting lives and property, emphasizing the importance of swift action and public cooperation in emergencies.
For many affected traders, the road to recovery will be long, but the community’s resilience remains unbroken in the face of loss.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
