The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) in Daboya, Savannah Region, has averted a potential fire disaster after a grinding machine sparked a fire in its electricity meter.
According to the Daboya Fire Command, personnel on routine surveillance noticed smoke emanating from the meter and pole supplying power to the machine.
Firefighters, with assistance from the Volta River Authority, quickly disconnected the power supply and extinguished the fire before it could spread to the grinding shop. The timely intervention saved the facility, and no casualties were reported.
The Fire Command used the incident to remind residents about the importance of fire safety.
Workers at the grinding shop received guidance on basic preventive measures, while residents were encouraged to acquire fire extinguishers for both domestic and workplace use.
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Source: Adomonline.com
