Anfoega, (V/R), February 2026
Story By:- Mizpah Bubune
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has averted a potential disaster after a petroleum tanker was involved in a road accident at Aveme Junction, Anfoega.
The incident which could have been a tanker explosion was prevented by the firefighters from the Anfoega and Kpando Fire Stations in the Volta Region.
The incidence was announced by the Public Relations department of the Volta Regional fire service station.
According to their reports, they received a distress call at about 0506hrs, reporting that the tanker, with registration number GT 5872–23, had veered off the road due to a brake defect.
Although the tanker was not carrying fuel at the time, the swift and coordinated action by the two fire station personnel prevented any risk of explosion.
Fire crews secured the area, managed traffic flow and worked with the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to disconnect nearby low-voltage power lines to eliminate further danger.
The damaged vehicle, which sustained impact to its diesel tank, bumpers, front right tyre and headlights, was later towed to safety.The situation was brought under control and the road reopened shortly afterwards.
