In the early hours of Friday, February 09, 2024, a sorrowful incident unfolded along the Kumasi-Accra highway, resulting in the loss of two lives.
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The Ashanti Regional Fire Officer, confirmed the unfortunate news, revealing that the Konongo-Odumasi Fire Station, promptly responded to a distress call regarding a collision at Ohene-Duampompo.
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STNO II Abubakar Wadud, led the rescue team, reaching the accident scene at 0909 hours.
The collision involved a Toyota RAV 4 (DV 5400J/2023), Hyundai Grace (GW 7281-22), and a Man Diesel Truck (AS 3714-10), leaving significant damage in its wake.
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Despite their valiant efforts, the rescue team managed to retrieve two victims from the mangled vehicles.
Their prompt response and dedication showcased the commitment of the Konongo-Odumasi Fire Station to serving and protecting the community in the face of roadway emergencies.
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The Ashanti Regional PRO for the Fire Service filed the report, highlighting the need for continued vigilance and adherence to road safety measures to prevent such tragic accidents.
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Our thoughts and condolences go out to the families affected by this heartbreaking incident.