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Three-Year-Old Rescued After Falling into Latrine at Nkawkaw
Firefighters respond swiftly to rescue three-year-old from latrine in Asuogya, Nkawkaw, and rush child to hospital for treatment
- A three-year-old child fell into a latrine in Asuogya, Nkawkaw, and was rescued by the Ghana National Fire Service
- The rescue operation, carried out under challenging conditions, successfully saved the child from drowning
- The toddler was taken to Holy Family Hospital for medical evaluation, with eyewitnesses praising the firefighters’ quick and professional response.
A three-year-old child was rescued after falling into a latrine in Asuogya, a suburb of Nkawkaw.
The Ghana National Fire Service responded promptly following a distress call received at 3:03 p.m. on Monday, March 23, 2026.
Upon arrival, the rescue team quickly assessed the situation and launched an operation to save the child, who was at risk of drowning. Despite challenging conditions, the firefighters successfully pulled the child to safety.
The young victim was immediately taken to Holy Family Hospital for medical evaluation and treatment.
Eyewitnesses commended the firefighters for their swift action and professionalism, describing the rescue as timely and life-saving.
