Fire has engulfed two-story buildings housing several shops in the central business district of Adum in Kumasi.
The fire started around 6am today at the popular Blue Light arena, near Hello FM and spread quickly to other shops. Fire fighters are trying to bring the blaze under control.
Items sold at the shops include, mobile phones and accessories, jewellery, and clothing.
According to an eyewitness, the fire sparked from a flicking electricity pole in the area, leading to a spark on the top floor of one of the buildings.
Programmes Director at Hello FM, Nana Ama Ataffuah Quainoo, confirmed the evacuation of staff as the fire spread rapidly.
She, noted that fire service personnel kept long in coming.
Some traders broke into their shops to salvage what they can.
By Florence Asamoah Adom