- Fuel tanker explosion: A fuel tanker exploded in Enugu State, Nigeria, resulting in an unconfirmed number of fatalities.
- Location: The incident occurred at Ugwu Onyeama, Udi Local Government Area, near the Enugu metropolis.
- Time: The explosion happened around 11:30 a.m. on Saturday.
- Destruction: The blast destroyed several nearby vehicles and killed many people, with the victims reportedly burnt beyond recognition.
- Investigation pending: The police and road safety authorities have not yet confirmed the number of casualties or the cause of the explosion.
A fuel tanker explosion occurred in Enugu State, Nigeria, resulting in an unconfirmed number of fatalities. The incident happened at Ugwu Onyeama, Udi Local Government Area, near the Enugu metropolis, on Saturday.
According to eyewitnesses, the explosion occurred around 11:30 a.m. when a tanker laden with petrol exploded on the busy road. The blast destroyed several nearby vehicles and killed many people, with the victims reportedly burnt beyond recognition.
Rescue efforts were hindered by the intensity of the fire. The police and road safety authorities have not yet confirmed the number of casualties or the cause of the explosion.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of fuel tankers on Nigerian roads. An investigation into the cause of the explosion is expected to be launched.
