A massive fire is tearing through shops at Adum, the Central Business District of Kumasi, as firefighters struggle to bring it under control.
The blaze is spreading rapidly, according to reports with shop and property owners watching helplessly as their businesses go up in flames. Firefighters are reportedly facing major challenges in accessing the affected area due to congestion, slowing down efforts to contain the inferno.
Thick smoke fills the sky as desperate business owners attempt to salvage what they can.
Authorities are yet to determine the cause of the fire, but the GNFS response team is working to prevent further destruction.