4 Dead, 20 Missing as Galamsey Pit Collapses in Akyem Wenchi
Rescue efforts intensify amid unstable conditions in Eastern Region mining disaster
- 4 reportedly dead, 20 still trapped in collapsed galamsey pit at Akyem Wenchi
- Incident occurred in the Denkyembour District of the Eastern Region
- NADMO, Police, Fire Service, and Ambulance teams deployed
- Cause of collapse unknown; rescue operations underway amid unstable conditions
A tragic incident has struck Akyem Wenchi in the Denkyembour District of the Eastern Region, where a mining pit—believed to be used for illegal small-scale mining (galamsey)—has collapsed, reportedly killing four individuals and leaving approximately 20 others trapped beneath the rubble.
Emergency response teams, including personnel from NADMO, the Ghana Police Service, the Ghana National Fire Service, and the Ambulance Service, are currently at the scene.
They are working tirelessly with local volunteers in a race against time to rescue those still buried underground.
The cause of the collapse remains unknown, and unstable ground conditions continue to hinder rescue operations.
Despite these challenges, efforts are ongoing to reach the trapped miners and prevent further casualties.
