The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has released additional details following a rock collapse incident at Adaklu Helekpe in the Volta Region that left two people trapped beneath debris.
The incident occurred on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, after a section of a mountain rock reportedly gave way and collapsed onto structures within the community.
Emergency responders from the Regional Headquarters were dispatched to the scene after receiving a distress call and immediately launched a rescue operation.
The team successfully rescued two victims — a woman and a young boy — who had become trapped beneath the debris. Both were later transported to hospital for medical treatment.
Authorities said the affected property belongs to a foreign national identified as Jocob Redicob and includes a church, a school and a workshop located within the impacted area.
Following the rescue operation, officers led by Deputy Regional Commander DOI Walter Drayi returned to the community on Thursday to conduct a detailed assessment of the area and determine the extent of damage.
Preliminary findings raised concerns about safety within the vicinity.
As part of immediate recommendations, the Fire Service advised that the affected school be temporarily closed while further investigations and safety assessments continue.
Officials also recommended a possible evacuation of residents living within the danger zone to prevent additional casualties in the event of further rock movement.
Authorities are expected to continue monitoring the area as investigations into the cause of the collapse continue.
