A devastating fire outbreak has destroyed four houses at the Fulani community of Kparekpare Abongo in the Krachi East Municipality, leaving several families displaced and destroying properties, including a wedding trousseau prepared for an upcoming marriage ceremony.
The fire, which occurred on Sunday evening, was reportedly intensified by strong winds that spread flames from an open firewood fire through the community.
Residents said the flames spread rapidly due to the windy conditions, making it difficult to contain the fire before it engulfed several structures and valuable belongings.
Affected families lost personal items, household property and other valuables in the incident, while a wedding trousseau prepared for an upcoming marriage ceremony was also destroyed.
The incident has left many residents displaced as the affected families begin assessing the extent of the damage and seek support to rebuild their lives.
When Adom News visited the area, the affected houses had been reduced to ashes, with burnt household items scattered across the compound as residents struggled to salvage what remained.
Women, children and other residents were seen standing around the charred debris, visibly devastated by the destruction.
Residents said the blaze consumed clothing, mattresses, cooking utensils, bags and several personal belongings accumulated over the years.
Among the items destroyed was a wedding trousseau prepared for a forthcoming marriage ceremony, deepening the pain of affected families.
Some victims, including Jemila Isah and Khadija Sani, appealed for urgent assistance, calling on authorities, philanthropists and benevolent organisations to support them with relief items and shelter.
Meanwhile, Mohammed Bello explained that many of the men in the community were away grazing cattle when the fire broke out, making it difficult to control the flames in time.
He described the destruction as extensive and joined calls for immediate intervention from relevant agencies to support affected residents.
