A raging fire swept through multiple businesses near Nogora Junction, close to Ho Technical University, on the evening of Wednesday, August 13, causing destruction estimated at over GHS 1 million.

The blaze, which ignited around 6:00 p.m., quickly engulfed several establishments, including the popular Nogora Pub, two boutiques, and adjoining shops.

Eyewitnesses say the fire spread rapidly, leaving business owners and workers with little time to salvage property.

“We immediately grabbed fire extinguishers, but the fire was too intense,” a pub employee recounted, adding that persistent power fluctuations in the area earlier that day may have triggered the incident.

Another affected shop owner echoed this suspicion, noting that electrical lights had been flickering for hours before the fire erupted.

“We were inside the pub when one of the staff raised the alarm. We tried using fire extinguishers, but the flames were uncontrollable, so we called the fire service,” one eyewitness told 3News.

“Since there was no gas or cooking involved, we suspect an electrical fault started the fire.”

Business owners described the losses as catastrophic, with one estimating the damage to exceed GHS 1 million.

Firefighters from the Ghana National Fire Service in Ho responded promptly, battling the inferno for over two hours before bringing it under control.

Divisional Fire Officer Grade II Sedem Tay, the Ho Municipal Commander, commended his team for their swift action and assured that investigations are underway to determine the exact cause.

Authorities are urging residents and businesses in the area to exercise caution and address any electrical issues promptly to prevent similar tragedies.