Multiple feared trapped as building collapses at Accra Newtown

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A four-storey building has collapsed at Accra New Town, near GCB Bank, leaving several people feared trapped beneath the debris.

The incident occurred along the stretch from Nkrumah Circle through New Town, just beyond the bank.

The building, believed to be a school, caved in under circumstances yet to be confirmed.

Personnel from the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) Headquarters have been deployed to the scene and are currently leading search and rescue operations to save those trapped.

Eyewitnesses say the collapse happened suddenly, prompting panic in the area as residents and passersby rushed to assist before emergency teams arrived.

Rescue efforts are ongoing, with authorities yet to confirm the number of persons involved or any casualties.

Further updates are expected as the situation develops.

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