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• A new fire has destroyed a significant market in Kumasi, prompting serious questions about fire safety.
• Witnesses report that the fire at the Anloga Market began close to a shoe manufacturing unit inside the market.
• No injuries were mentioned, yet merchants are experiencing substantial losses because of damaged products.

A new fire has occurred in the Kumasi Metropolis, sparking renewed worries regarding fire safety in commercial areas.

The most recent event took place on January 26, as a fire broke out at the Anloga Market close to Afful Nkwanta, leading to the destruction of multiple stores and their inventory.

Staff members from the Ghana National Fire Service arrived quickly at the location and took action to control the blaze, stopping it from moving to neighboring buildings and nearby areas.

Even though the origin of the fire has not been officially verified, witnesses reported that the fire is thought to have begun in an area of the market that includes a shoe manufacturing facility.

No injuries have been confirmed yet, but merchants in the market are reported to have faced substantial damages with their products and tools turned into rubble.

Further inquiries have been launched by the Fire Department to identify the precise reason behind the event, as officials are urging for enhanced fire safety protocols in markets and business centers.