By George Omagbemi
A diesel tanker has fallen from Otedola Bridge and burst into flames beneath the bridge along the Lagos–Ibadan Expressway, inward Berger, causing traffic disruption and leaving two people with severe burn injuries.
The incident occurred on Monday, October 19, prompting an emergency response from the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service and other agencies.
According to Channels Television, the two injured victims were rescued and evacuated by the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency’s Rescue Unit to the Lagos State Accident and Emergency Centre at Toll Gate for immediate medical attention.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) also confirmed that two casualties were recorded and warned motorists to exercise extreme caution around the affected area.
Firefighters were deployed to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading, while emergency responders worked to assist victims and secure the scene. Motorists were advised to follow traffic officials’ instructions and use alternative routes where possible.
The immediate cause of the incident had not been established in the reports reviewed.
The latest incident has renewed concerns about the dangers posed by accidents involving heavy-duty tankers on Lagos roads, particularly along busy expressway corridors.
Authorities have urged road users to remain cautious around emergency scenes as response and safety operations continue.
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