Petrol Tanker Explodes In Delta, Kills Five, Destroys Banks

A petrol tanker explosion in Agbor killed five people on Sunday.
Two banks and properties worth millions were destroyed in the fire.
Eyewitnesses lamented the lack of emergency response as the fire raged.

Tragedy struck in Agbor, Ika South Local Government Area of Delta State on Sunday afternoon when a petrol tanker exploded, leading to the loss of lives and widespread destruction of property.

The tanker, laden with petrol, reportedly lost control while navigating a turn near First Bank along the old Lagos/Asaba road, overturning and triggering a massive explosion.

Eyewitnesses recounted the chaotic scene as flames engulfed the area, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake.

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EKO HOT BLOG reports that at least five people lost their lives in the tragic incident, while two banks and several properties worth millions of Naira were destroyed. One eyewitness described the situation as “devastating,” adding that the inferno continued to rage long after the explosion occurred.

Despite the scale of the disaster, there was an alarming absence of emergency responders at the scene. A witness lamented, “We are yet to see firefighters at the scene. The fire is still burning as I speak to you now.”

The explosion has sparked calls for improved safety measures and quicker emergency responses to avert similar tragedies in the future. Authorities are yet to provide an official statement on the incident or confirm the exact number of casualties.

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Efforts to contain the fire and assess the full extent of the damage remain ongoing. This tragic event serves as a stark reminder of the dangers associated with the transportation of hazardous materials and the need for stringent safety protocols.