Following a widely shared social media video suggesting a large blaze near the Akosombo Dam, the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has issued a call for calm.

The service assured the public that there is no cause for concern and clarified that the fire is not as close to the dam as claimed.

The GNFS acknowledged the situation and emphasized that its personnel are actively monitoring the fire.

“We wish to set the record straight that the fire seen in the video is absolutely nowhere near the Akosombo Dam. However, we acknowledge that the situation is being closely monitored by our personnel, who remain on high alert,” the Fire Service stated in a Facebook post.

Due to the difficult terrain, the team has not been able to access the scene to extinguish the fire.

The GNFS stated that it is working with stakeholders and local authorities to prevent the fire from spreading to residential or commercial areas.

Personnel have been stationed near the Akosombo Dam to monitor the situation closely and respond swiftly to any developments to protect the dam and surrounding communities.

In response to the incident, the GNFS also reiterated the importance of preventing bushfires and taking proactive measures.

As part of its efforts, the GNFS recently launched the 2024/2025 Bushfire Prevention Campaign to educate the public on practical ways to prevent bushfires.

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