Mrs. Grace Agyemang Asamoah, the District Chief Executive (DCE) for Atwima Kwanwoma, has visited families impacted by last week’s devastating fire incidents at Trede and Boko, offering government support and expressing solidarity during their time of grief.
The twin disasters left eight people in critical condition, all receiving treatment at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH), while a mother and her nine-year-old son tragically lost their lives.
Accompanied by officials from the District Assembly and the Disaster Management Committee, Mrs Asamoah visited the bereaved families to convey heartfelt condolences and reaffirm the Assembly’s readiness to support them throughout the recovery process. She later proceeded to KATH to receive updates from medical staff on the conditions of the injured victims.
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Describing the situation as “a deeply distressing moment for the district,” the DCE stressed the urgent need for enhanced fire safety education and improved community-level emergency response systems.
She also directed the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) to expedite the distribution of relief items to affected households and to initiate a thorough investigation into the causes of the fires.
Community members have praised the Assembly’s prompt intervention and visible presence, even as families prepare for funerals and face rising medical expenses.
Mrs Asamoah pledged to continue monitoring developments and coordinating support for all affected residents, underscoring the government’s commitment to mitigating the impact of such tragedies.
