Scene of the fuel tanker accident in Alaro City, Epe, Lagos
By Oluwadamilola Opeoluwa Pitan
Ẹkọ Hot Blog reports that a fuel tanker has overturned in Aláró City, Epe Local Government, resulting in a hazardous fuel spill.
The incident occurred at the Aláró city expressway in the early hours of Thursday.
It has prompted swift action from emergency services and local authorities.
Eyewitnesses reported that the tanker, laden with fuel, veered off the road and overturned, causing a significant spillage of its contents onto the surrounding area.
Emergency responders at the scene of the accident in Epe
The spillage posed a serious threat to the safety of residents and the environment, raising concerns about potential fire hazards and health risks.
In response to the incident, the local government chairman, Princess Surah Animashaun, assured residents that emergency measures were being implemented to mitigate any potential harm.
The chairman stated that the fire service had been mobilized to the scene to prevent the ignition of the spilled fuel and to contain any potential fires.
Emergency responders at the scene of the accident
Additionally, other security agencies have been deployed to ensure public safety and prevent any casualties.
Residents have been urged to exercise caution and avoid the vicinity of the accident site until the situation is fully under control. Efforts are underway to contain the spillage and clear the area of any remaining hazards.
Authorities are conducting investigations to determine the cause of the tanker overturn and to prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future. Meanwhile, residents are advised to remain vigilant and cooperate with emergency services personnel as they work to resolve the situation.
Emergency responders at the scene of the accident
The local government has reassured the public that every effort is being made to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents affected by the incident. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.
For now, the community remains on high alert as emergency responders continue their efforts to manage the aftermath of this unfortunate accident.
The tanker accident on Thursday is only the latest in a string of tanker/trailer accidents that have plagued Epe Division in recent weeks.
The week of May 5-11, 2024, there were four separate accidents in the division.
The first accident happened on Tuesday, May 7, as a CNG gas tanker fell near Epe’s T-junction.
However, the tanker fall did not result in an explosion.
Same day, there was a gas explosion in Ibeju Lekki that resulted in the death of two residents.
Also, there was a tanker explosion along Temu road, Epe, on Thursday, May 9.
On Friday, May 10, a fuel tanker fell near the Ibeju Lekki General Hospital, Akodo.
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