1 Injured In Kwara Tanker Explosion

The swift intervention of men of Kwara State Fire Service yesterday saved the Bovas filling station, Odota, Ilorin Kwara State from a major fire disaster.

LEADERSHIP gathered that the incident occurred at about 07.44am when a petrol tanker carrying 45,000 litres of petrol burst into flames while siphoning fuel into the station’s reservoir.

The driver of the fuel tanker reportedly sustained minor burns.

The spokesman of Kwara State Fire Service, Hassan Adekunle confirmed the incident in a statement.

Adekunle said:” Upon arrival at the scene, firefighters encountered a blaze involving a petrol tanker carrying 45,000 liters of PMS with Registration Number AGG 728 XK. The tanker was in the process of siphoning PMS into the filling station’s reservoir when a spontaneous ignition occurred from the hose, leading to the fire outbreak.

“The dedicated fire crew immediately sprang into action, employing their firefighting expertise to bring the inferno under control in less than an hour. Their swift response ensured that nearby buildings were spared from the ravages of the fire.

“Unfortunately, the petrol tanker suffered severe damage, and the tanker driver sustained minor burns. However, it is expected that with proper medical care, the driver will recover from the accident.”