The Ghana Nationwide Hearth Service (GNFS) has ordered the instant closure of a cell mini restaurant, working with liquefied petroleum gasoline (LPG) on the Complete Filling Station on Oxford Road at Osu to forestall a possible fireplace outbreak.
The order follows a viral video circulating on social media, exhibiting the usage of open flames near gas pumps an act that constitutes a severe violation of fireplace security rules and poses an imminent fireplace hazard.
A press release, issued and signed by Head of Public Relations, Divisional Officer Two (DOIl) Desmond Ackah, and copied The Ghanaian Instances on Wednesday, mentioned the gas stations had been designated as high-risk zones as a result of storage of extremely flammable substances.
The usage of LPG, open flames, or any spark-generating exercise in such areas was strictly prohibited and punishable by regulation.
The Performing Chief Hearth Officer, DCFO Daniella Mawusi Ntow-Sapong, has directed intensified inspections throughout all gas and gasoline stations nationwide.
She additional cautioned that people or companies discovered breaching fireplace security protocols will face strict authorized penalties.
It mentioned the GNFS remained dedicated to working collaboratively with gas and gasoline station operators to make sure full compliance with security requirements.
The assertion additionally suggested the general public to prioritise security, keep vigilant, and promptly report any unsafe practices close to gas or gasoline stations to the closest fireplace station or through the GNFS hotlines (0302772446 / 0299340383) for instant motion.
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