The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service said 11 vehicles which include 2 tankers, 1 tipper truck, 3 trailers, 3 cars, and 2 micro-mini buses (korope), were affected when a gas tanker exploded around the Ijora area of Lagos State.
General Manager, Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, Mrs Margaret Adeseye, speaking on the situation report, said the raging fire resulting from the tanker gas explosion had been curtailed.
“The raging fire has been curtailed as the dampening of pockets of fire continues to allow for investigation to reveal the cause and the evacuation of the carcass to bring about normalcy.
“Property involved in the inferno are 11 vehicles which include: 2 tankers, 1 tipper truck, 3 trailers; 3 cars and, 2 micro-mini buses (ie korope).
Adeseye added that there was no life nor injuries recorded as occupants escaped unhurt.