Ashanti Region records 13% drop in fire outbreaks

The Ghana National Fire Service has reported a 13 per cent reduction in fire outbreak cases in the Ashanti Region.

According to the Service, a total of 1,040 fire incidents were recorded between January and November 2024, while 903 cases were reported over the same period in 2025.

This reflects a decrease of 137 incidents, representing a reduction of about 13.17 per cent.

The Ashanti Regional Fire Commander, ACFO II Peter Tetteh, attributed the improvement to intensified preventive measures, sustained public education, and stronger community engagement initiatives.