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A vehicle burned to crisp in the aftermath of the inferno. Several Feared Dead After Tanker Explosion in Eleme axis of the East West road, Rivers State.An unconfirmed number of persons have been feared dead after a tanker carrying petroleum products burst into flames in Rivers State.
Reports suggest that the tragedy was triggered when the tanker, navigating the dilapidated road, was hit by another heavy-duty vehicle, igniting flames and an explosion. The video had a narrative by a man who said the fire almost engulfed a car he was in with his friend, The witness decried the state of the road and the absence of prompt emergency response.It is believed that while many people fled their vehicles as the flames spread, some were not as lucky.
The full extent of the damage caused by the inferno and the casualty figures remains unclear. It is expected that emergency officials will provide more details subsequently.
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