Scores are feared dead in a gas explosion that occurred at Apiate between Bogoso and Bawdie in the Western Region this afternoon.
The Police says it has, in collaboration with other emergency service providers, “activated a full emergency recovery exercise.”
The cause of the incident is yet to be confirmed but sources say it is gas-related.
Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) officials have been seen conveying what looked like bodies out of the rubble.
In a Tweet, the Police urged all residents to remain calm as “we manage this unfortunate situation.”
Visuals emanating from the area show residents lamenting the devastation caused by the explosion.
Source: Joynews
