The Suhum Municipal Fire Station responded to a road traffic accident at Asuboi along the Accra-Kumasi Highway on Saturday, January 17, 2026. The station received a distress call at 0255 hours and dispatched a team of seven personnel, led by STNO II Antwi Forson to the scene.
Upon arrival, the team found a KIA Grandbird 34-seater bus lying on its side in the middle of the road. The crew rapidly assessed the situation and rescued the driver, who was trapped, using extrication equipment.
Other casualties had been rescued prior to the fire crew’s arrival and were taken to the Suhum Government Hospital for medical treatment.
The accident resulted in 34 casualties, with the driver sustaining severe injuries and the remaining passengers suffering minor injuries. Fortunately, no fatalities were recorded. The front and other parts of the bus were partially damaged. The crew ensured the road was cleared and safe for motorists before leaving the scene at 0453 hours.
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