Tanker Explodes As 20 Vehicles Burnt In Lagos

A petrol tanker on Wednesday fell off the Festac Link Bridge in Awuwo Odofin Local Government Area of Lagos state, burning at least 20 vehicles and four commercial motorcycles.

The fire started on Wednesday at noon, after the fallen tanker spilled its content.

It was reported that firefighters did not have enough water, even after arriving 30 minutes later.

Olufemi Popoola, a witness, told newsmen that the truck was ascending a bridge when it suddenly rolled back and fell.

The impact of the fall separated the tank from the body, resulting in an explosion, according to Popoola.

“The fire then spilled into a car shop on the foot of the bridge, burning some of the cars, while the attendants quickly drove out some.

“Furniture items, bags and boxes displayed for sale on the foot of the bridge all burnt.” he said.

According to reports, the vehicles burnt included a 2010 Toyota Highlander and a commercial bus.

The fire caused gridlock on the bridge and in the adjoining roads.

As at the time of filing this report, it was not clear whether any life was lost to the fire.