27 Apr 2024 | 02:03 AM UTC
Nigeria: Fuel tanker explosion and fire along the Eleme Junction of the East-West Road in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, causes casualties, disruptions
Avoid Eleme Junction of East-West Road, Port Harcourt, Nigeria, following fuel tanker explosion, fire. Causalties, disruptions reported.
Reports indicate that a fuel tanker explosion and resulting fire along the Eleme Junction of the East-West Road in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, late April 26 has caused several casualties and notable disruptions. Unconfimed sources suggest that the incident, which occurred at around 21:45, was caused when a truck collided with the tanker.
A heightened security presence and ground transport disruptions will likely continue in the affected area over the coming hours.
Avoid the impacted area; consider seeking alternative routes. Heed all official directives.
