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flag Ghana's fire service faced severe strain in 2025 due to 67,200 prank emergency calls, delaying responses to real fires.

flag The Northern Regional Command of Ghana's Fire Service reported 67,200 prank emergency calls in 2025, straining resources and delaying responses to real emergencies. flag Despite a slight rise in fire incidents—from 373 to 377—property damage jumped to GHS159 million, while saved property reached GHS150.6 billion. flag Domestic fires were most common, with January and December the busiest months. flag Fires in unfinished buildings rose to 17 cases. flag Major causes included electrical faults, gas leaks, unattended cooking, and deliberate acts. flag Two fire-related deaths occurred, with no fatalities from other incidents. flag Road traffic collisions dropped to four incidents, with two deaths and one injury.

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