{"id":11350,"date":"2025-06-09T06:58:49","date_gmt":"2025-06-09T06:58:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/?p=11350"},"modified":"2025-06-09T06:58:49","modified_gmt":"2025-06-09T06:58:49","slug":"fire-razes-kintampo-mechanic-shop-5-motorbikes-fufu-pounding-machine-destroyed","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/?p=11350","title":{"rendered":"Fire Razes Kintampo Mechanic Shop: 5 Motorbikes, Fufu Pounding Machine Destroyed"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has saved the day once again as fire guts a mechanic shop located near the SDA Church in Kintampo in the Bono East Region.<\/p>\n<p>The incident occurred on Saturday night, and thanks to the swift response of the emergency team, the fire was brought under control before it could spread further and cause more destruction.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/2025\/06\/09\/fire-razes-kintampo-mechanic-shop-5-motorbikes-fufu-pounding-machine-destroyed\/gs5egr0xgaavmmj\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-11352\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-11352\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGR0XgAAvMmJ.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"475\" height=\"494\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGR0XgAAvMmJ.jpeg 1970w, https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGR0XgAAvMmJ-289x300.jpeg 289w, https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGR0XgAAvMmJ-985x1024.jpeg 985w, https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGR0XgAAvMmJ-768x798.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGR0XgAAvMmJ-1478x1536.jpeg 1478w, https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGR0XgAAvMmJ-750x780.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGR0XgAAvMmJ-1140x1185.jpeg 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 475px) 100vw, 475px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>According to reports from the scene, the fire caused damage to five motorbikes, a commercial fufu pounding machine, and a wooden structure used by the shop owner.<\/p>\n<p>Fire personnel managed to contain and extinguish the flames within minutes of arrival, preventing the blaze from spreading to nearby structures and shops, many of which are closely clustered in that section of town.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/2025\/06\/09\/fire-razes-kintampo-mechanic-shop-5-motorbikes-fufu-pounding-machine-destroyed\/gs5egrzwqaausxp\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-11353\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-11353\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGRzWQAAUSxp.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"480\" height=\"480\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGRzWQAAUSxp.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGRzWQAAUSxp-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGRzWQAAUSxp-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGRzWQAAUSxp-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGRzWQAAUSxp-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGRzWQAAUSxp-1536x1536.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGRzWQAAUSxp-75x75.jpeg 75w, https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGRzWQAAUSxp-350x350.jpeg 350w, https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGRzWQAAUSxp-750x750.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGRzWQAAUSxp-1140x1140.jpeg 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 480px) 100vw, 480px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>No injuries or fatalities were reported in the incident.<\/p>\n<p>The cause of the fire is currently under investigation but officials say initial observations point to possible electrical faults or flammable materials left unattended.<\/p>\n<p>GNFS has once again advised all shop owners and mechanics to ensure strict adherence to fire safety protocols, especially as the dry season increases fire risks.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/2025\/06\/09\/fire-razes-kintampo-mechanic-shop-5-motorbikes-fufu-pounding-machine-destroyed\/gs5egrzw8aamwih\/\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-11354\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone  wp-image-11354\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGRzW8AAmWIH.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"487\" height=\"650\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGRzW8AAmWIH.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGRzW8AAmWIH-225x300.jpeg 225w, https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGRzW8AAmWIH-768x1024.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGRzW8AAmWIH-1152x1536.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGRzW8AAmWIH-750x1000.jpeg 750w, https:\/\/www.fishfmonline.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Gs5EGRzW8AAmWIH-1140x1520.jpeg 1140w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 487px) 100vw, 487px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>They are also encouraging the installation of fire extinguishers and proper wiring systems in commercial areas to reduce the risk of similar outbreaks.<\/p>\n<h6><em>Disclaimer: The content provided on Fish FM Online is for informational and entertainment purposes only. While we strive for accuracy, we do not guarantee the completeness, reliability, or timeliness of the information presented. Fish FM Online and its affiliates are not responsible for any errors or omissions, nor for any decisions made based on the content available on our platform<\/em><\/h6>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has saved the day once again as fire guts a mechanic shop located near the SDA Church in Kintampo in the Bono East Region. 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