A fire swept through three girls’ dormitories at Labone Senior High School in Accra on Sunday afternoon, completely destroying one and partially damaging two others.
The blaze broke out around 1:00 p.m. while students were attending their afternoon prep, sparing them from harm. However, several personal belongings, including mattresses, chop boxes, and learning materials, were lost in the fire.
Firefighters from the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) responded swiftly, arriving at the scene within seven minutes of being dispatched.
Providing details of the response effort, ADO Alex King Nartey of the GNFS Public Relations Department said, “When we arrived, we discovered that the girls’ dormitory—specifically the new building—was on fire. Out of the six dormitories on the top floor, three were affected: one was completely destroyed, while the other two sustained partial damage.”
The fire was brought under control by 1:42 p.m., preventing further destruction. While the exact cause remains unknown, preliminary investigations suggest a possible electrical fault.
Despite the devastation, no injuries or casualties were reported. The displaced students have been temporarily relocated to the school’s assembly hall while authorities work to restore order.
“By God’s grace, all the students are safe and accounted for,” Nartey reassured.
Meanwhile, the management of Labone SHS has urged parents and the public to remain calm, assuring them that the situation has been contained. The school has also pledged to implement stronger safety measures to prevent future incidents.
As investigations continue, efforts are focused on providing immediate relief to affected students and assessing the full extent of the damage.
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