Four-Storey Building Collapses in Accra New Town; Rescue Efforts Continue

Tragedy struck near the Accra New Town Experimental D/A School when a four-storey building collapsed, leaving at least two dead and multiple people trapped beneath the debris. Rescue teams have successfully pulled 14 survivors from the wreckage, while operations continue to locate anyone still unaccounted for.
The building, reportedly uncompleted and used by Christian worshippers for gatherings, gave way suddenly, trapping occupants and sending shockwaves through the local community. Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic, with cries for help heard from beneath the debris, prompting immediate rescue action.
Local residents were first on the scene, using bare hands and basic tools to free survivors before the arrival of emergency services. Their efforts helped save lives in the critical moments following the collapse.
Emergency operations are being led by the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), in close coordination with the Ghana Police Service, Ghana Ambulance Service, and the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO). Rescue teams are working under challenging conditions, deploying heavy equipment and specialised tools to carefully clear the rubble and ensure the safety of both trapped individuals and the rescuers themselves.
Authorities have cordoned off the area to prevent public interference and maintain safety. They have also urged residents to stay away from the site while operations continue.
The incident has renewed public concern over the structural integrity of buildings and the risks of using uncompleted structures for gatherings in densely populated areas. Experts say that overcrowding and poor construction practices can increase the likelihood of such disasters.
Rescue teams have confirmed that operations will continue until all trapped persons are accounted for. Further updates are expected as the situation develops, and authorities are monitoring the site closely to prevent additional risks.