An explosion at a gas refilling shop in Oroazi community, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria, has left 18 people injured. The incident, caused by a welder attempting to repair a refrigerator while simultaneously refilling it with gas, occurred on Sunday evening. No fatalities were reported, but victims suffered various degrees of burns and were hospitalized for treatment. Police have launched an investigation into the cause of the explosion.
The Police Command in Rivers has said that 18 persons were severely injured in a gas explosion that occurred in Oroazi community, Port Harcourt. The incident occurred on Sunday evening at a gas refilling shop, causing significant damage to nearby buildings. The latest explosion follows a series of gas and Improvised Explosive Device incidents recorded in the state since 2024.
' 'No fewer than 18 persons, including the technician, sustained injuries, but fortunately, no lives were lost,” she added. Iringe-Koko stated that those injured suffered varying degrees of burns and were promptly evacuated to the hospital, where they are receiving treatment. She also confirmed that the police have launched a full investigation into the incident and would share their findings with the public.
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