Tamale timber market gutted by fire, third major market fire in recent weeks

The Tamale Timber Market has been ravaged by a fire late Monday night, marking the third major market fire to occur in recent weeks.

This incident follows devastating fires at the Kantamanto Market in Accra and the Kwadaso Wood Market in Kumasi, leaving numerous traders counting their losses.

Firefighters faced challenges in containing the blaze due to the congested nature of the market and difficulties in accessing adequate water supplies. The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

These recurring incidents highlight serious concerns about fire safety measures in markets across the country.