A fire has broken out at the Circle Odorna Market in the early hours of Monday as heavy rains triggered flooding across parts of Accra.
Video footage showed flames engulfing sections of the market while torrential rain continued to fall.
The cause of the fire remains unknown, and there has been no official confirmation of casualties or injuries at the time of filing this report.
Authorities are yet to issue a statement on the cause of the incident, the extent of the damage, or ongoing firefighting and rescue efforts.
The incident occurred on Monday, June 29, 2026, amid widespread flooding in several parts of the capital following hours of heavy rainfall, further compounding the challenges facing residents and emergency responders.
Story by: Ruth Quaye
