The timely intervention of personnel of Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) in Obuasi Municipal and AngloGold Ashanti prevented what would have been a major gas explosion disaster on Saturday morning, September 13, 2025.
According to a report by the Information Service Department, a tanker vehicle loaded with LPG was on its way to apparently discharge the load at the Agyemang Gas Filling Station, Nyameso, along the Obuasi–Dunkwa highway.
Unfortunately, the tanker developed a fault while turning into the station, causing the cylinder to detach from the tanker head and collided with a parked tricycle.
This led to heavy leakage, with gas fumes spreading up to two kilometres and posing potential danger to residents of Nyameso, Kunka and the surrounding communities.
The report said personnel of the Obuasi Municipal Fire Service, supported by the AngloGold Ashanti Fire Service, responded immediately and successfully contained the situation.
“No casualties were recorded, and security and safety officers remain at the scene to monitor and avert any further risk,” ISD’s report said.
As a precautionary measure, the road from Nyameso to Kunka was temporarily closed to traffic.
Motorists travelling from Kumasi to Dunkwa have been advised to use the Obuasi township road through either Anyinam or Mensakrom, and vice versa.
The Obuasi Municipal Assembly assured the public that the situation is under control and urges all residents and commuters to adhere strictly to the diversion routes and cooperate with security personnel for their safety.
Source: https://energynewsafrica.com
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