Tanker Laden With Diesel Explodes In Lagos

A 33,000 litres capacity tanker fully loaded with Automotive Gas Oil (AGO Diesel) has exploded in Lagos after it crashed onto a car on Monday.

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The tanker with registration number TUT 258 XA, was said to have ran into the BMW car around the Ladipo area, Oshodi-Apapa expressway, Lagos, Premium Times report.

The incident led to the spillage of the entire diesel in the tanker, leading to a fire outbreak.

An official of the Lagos State Emergency Agency, LASEMA, confirmed that no live was lost in the incident.

“Recovery operation ongoing by the men of the Lagos State Fire Service and LASEMA Response Team,” the official added.

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