Gas Tanker Explosion Kills 4 In Ogun, Incinerates Vehicles

ABEOKUTA, iexclusivenews – In the bustling Ita-Oshin district of Abeokuta, the capital of Ogun State, chaos erupted as a gas tanker explosion unleashed a wave of destruction.

The calamity claimed the lives of four individuals and resulted in the combustion of approximately six vehicles.

The Moment of Crisis

The gas explosion was triggered by an accident involving the gas tanker that hit a truck as a result of failed brake, while the vehicle was navigating near the road railings.

The incident led to a massive explosion that resonated through the area.

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Swift Emergency Response

In the wake of the explosion, emergency response units, including the Federal Road Safety Corps and the Ogun State Fire Service, were promptly dispatched to the scene.

Their immediate focus was on the evacuation of the deceased victims and the containment of the raging fire.

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The Scope of Damage

The inferno devoured a range of vehicles, including taxis, a private car, and a truck.

The devastation spread, affecting adjacent shops and residences, marking a dark day for the community.

Awaiting Official Statements

While officials have not yet released a detailed report, anonymous eyewitnesses have shared that several injured individuals were quickly transported to local hospitals by the response teams.

Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story