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Pandemonium As Fuel Tanker, Filling Station On Fire In Jigawa

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A fuel tanker caught fire while offloading fuel at Shakatu Filling Station along Kiyawa Road in Dutse, the capital of Jigawa State.

The incident, which occurred on Thursday night at about 8:30 pm, caused panic among residents and commuters in the area.

Eyewitnesses told The Eastern Updates that the fire started suddenly, engulfing the tanker and spreading to parts of the filling station.

Police and other security agencies swiftly mounted a roadblock to control traffic and prevent people from approaching the area to avoid casualties.

Firefighters and other emergency officials were also deployed to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading to nearby buildings.

The fire has yet to be extinguished as of the time of filing this report, and the extent of damage and possible casualties is unknown.

It could be recalled that months ago, a similar incident occurred in Majia town, Taura Local Government, Jigawa State, resulting in the death of over 100 people.

Spokesman of the Jigawa State Police Command, SP Lawan Shiisu Adam, confirmed the incident.

At least 11 people lost their lives in a catastrophic explosion involving a petrol tanker on the Enugu-Onitsha Expressway this past Saturday. The incident has sparked discussions about road safety and the handling of hazardous materials in high-traffic areas, especially with the frequency of the occurrence.

Emergency responders rushed to the scene, but the intensity of the blaze made rescue efforts challenging. The tragedy has reignited concerns over the safety of transporting hazardous materials on Nigeria’s congested highways.

According to preliminary reports, the tanker suffered brake failure, leading to a catastrophic chain of events. The vehicle tumbled, spilling its petrol load, which then ignited and erupted into a devastating explosion.

Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, visited the scene of the tragic accident and expressed his heartfelt condolences to the victims and their families. He emphasized that the injured were receiving medical care and outlined a series of actions to prevent similar incidents in the future. These include rigorous enforcement of traffic regulations and immediate repairs to the damaged sections of the federal road.

 

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