The Ghana Police Service has activated a full emergency recovery exercise after a huge explosion on Thursday, January 20, 2022, at Apiate between Bogoso and Bawdie in the Western Region.
Reports stated that the explosion occurred when a vehicle transporting explosives from Kumasi to a mining site in the area exploded.
A number of people are feared dead in the explosion.
“The Police and other emergency service providers have activated a full emergency recovery exercise.
“We urge all to remain calm as we manage this unfortunate situation.
“Full details will be communicated in due course,” the police said in a Facebook post.
More details to follow…