A fire has broken out at the DuraPlast factory in Accra’s North Industrial Area, with firefighters working to contain the blaze.
The fire was reported on the morning of Thursday, October 1, 2026, with thick smoke and flames visible within the industrial enclave. Firefighters have been deployed to the scene, while additional fire tenders are expected to support the operation.
Police officers have also been deployed to manage security around the area, while the National Ambulance Service is on standby in case of emergencies.
Reports from the scene indicate that the intensity of the fire has made firefighting difficult, with eyewitnesses also alleging that access to parts of the affected area has been challenging.
As of the latest reports, the cause of the fire, extent of damage and number of possible casualties had not been officially confirmed. There have been reports of 2 casualty but officials are yet to confirm at the time of this publication.
Firefighting operations were still ongoing as of the latest update.