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NPP National Treasurer Hopeful, Dr Yusif Tedam has sympathised with the people of Apeatse near Bogoso, particularly families of victims of the explosion that flattened the community.
The blast incident occurred when a truck conveying mining explosives collided with a motorcycle and a third vehicle, close to an electricity transformer.
As a result, the town was reduced to rubble in the blast, killing some inhabitants and injuring many.
So far, over 500 homes were affected by the blast with 14 people confirmed dead.
Dr. Tedam described the incident as sad and unfortunate.
He further prayed for the souls of those who lost their lives in the incident and consoled families of those who lost their loved ones, while wishing injured victims a speedy recovery.
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