The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has cautioned that inadequate fire safety compliance within the Kpone industrial enclave could trigger a major industrial disaster capable of disrupting Ghana’s energy supply and causing significant economic losses.
The warning comes as the Fire Service intensifies inspections and enforcement activities across the enclave, which hosts some of the country’s most critical power, oil, and gas installations.
Speaking at the Kpone-Katamanso Municipal Assembly’s intersectoral review meeting, the Tema Regional Public Relations Officer of the GNFS, Divisional Officer II Ebenezer Yenzu, described the enclave as one of Ghana’s most strategic industrial zones due to the concentration of high-risk facilities operating within the area.
He identified key installations such as the Sunon Asogli Power Plant, Quantum LPG, and Quantum Oil as facilities that require strict adherence to fire prevention and emergency response measures because of the substantial fire hazards associated with their operations.
According to DOII Yenzu, a serious fire outbreak in the enclave could have consequences far beyond the municipality, potentially leading to shortages of petroleum and gas products while also affecting electricity generation nationwide.
To prevent such a scenario, he said the Fire Service has stepped up engagement with facility operators to improve safety practices, identify potential hazards, and strengthen emergency preparedness systems.
The warning comes against the backdrop of rising fire incidents in the region. Data presented by the GNFS showed that 318 fire outbreaks were recorded between January and April 2026, with approximately one-quarter occurring within the Kpone-Katamanso Municipality.
DOII Yenzu noted that the municipality is served by four fire stations located at Katamanso, Akuse, the Industrial Area, and Community 25, which continue to support firefighting and emergency response operations across the area.
He urged industrial operators to invest in regular maintenance of fire prevention equipment, staff safety training, and strict compliance with established fire regulations to protect lives, property, and critical national infrastructure.
The Fire Service believes that stronger collaboration between regulators and industry players will be essential in reducing risks and safeguarding facilities that play a crucial role in Ghana’s energy and economic stability.
