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JUST IN: Scores Burnt To Death After Tanker Explosion In Delta
About 20 persons have been reportedly burnt to death after a tanker carrying petroleum product exploded around Koko Junction section of the Benin/Sapele Expressway in Ethiope West Local Government Area of Delta State.
The incident, according to sources, occurred around 11am on Wednesday.
It was gathered that the victims were burnt beyond recognition while no fewer than 10 vehicles were gutted by fire.
“The tanker carrying petroleum product was trying to escape a bad spot when it fell and suddenly exploded between Koko Junction and Ologbo section of the Benin/Warri in Delta State.
“More than 20 persons were burnt beyond recognition. About 10 vehicles were trapped in the explosion. The victims were occupants of the burnt vehicles.
“Officials of FRSC and security agencies are already here trying to remove the corpses. Many persons were injured. It’s a terrible situation”, a source that witnessed the incident told our correspondent.
More details later…
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