No fewer than 79 vehicles were destroyed in the fire incident that occurred Friday on the Eleme axis of the East-West Road.
*MOSOP mourns, tasks FG on speedy completion of E/West RdWhile the actual number of deaths is unknown, it was gathered that not less than seven persons were burnt beyond recognition.
An eyewitness who simply identified himself as Deeyah said many vehicles that were affected made efforts to escape but could not. The governor explained that he got a call from the Managing Director of Indorama Petrochemical and Fertiliser Company Limited in Eleme Local Government Area, informing him of the incident.“About 7.30 – 8 pm, we got information on the gravity of the incident. I was told that it was caused by a tanker vehicle that was conveying Premium Motor Spirit.
“We all know the situation of this road. It is really unfortunate. Most of our people, when plying this road, should ply it with caution. “It is with a heavy heart that we reflect on the fact that the East-West Road, originally intended to facilitate safe passage for travellers, has become a treacherous pathway leading to tragic deaths. The frequency of accidents and fatalities along this route is a stark reminder of the urgent need for comprehensive action to rectify its dangerous conditions.
She said: “At approximately 8:30 p.m. on Friday, April 26, 2024, the Rivers State Police Command received a distress call regarding a fire incident along East-West Road near Indorama Gate, Eleme, caused by a tanker explosion. Immediate action was taken by contacting the fire department and mobilizing operatives to the scene.
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