Unprofessional petrol depot drop fire at 5-bedroom house in Ekumfi Esikumah

Unprofessional depot of petrol has been connected as the cause of a fire that severely harm a five-bedroom house at Ekumfi Esikumah in the Central RegionThe incident, which take place on February 26, 2026, destroyed large portions of the house, including a kitchen, provision store, and also several personal belongings. Fire service from Mankessim Fire Station responded swiftly after receiving a pain call and managed to contain the outbreak, preventing it from spreading to around buildings. prelude investigations indicate that the fire started when petrol stored in the house explode after coming into contact with a heat source. Despite the extent of demolition, fire service were able to salvage one bedroom and some of its contents. No injuries or death were recorded.