Petrol tanker explodes in front of Bauchi Polytechnic

Tragedy as a petrol tanker exploded in front of Federal Polytechnic, Bauchi.

This tragic incident happened around 9pm on Wednesday, August 26.

It was learnt that incident occurred after the tanker which was heading to Mararaba Liman Katagum along Dass road from Bauchi to offload its content, struck a speed bump and lost control.

According to report  two people sustained severe injuries and are said to be receiving treatment at the emergency centre of the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Teaching Hospital, Bauchi.

Bauchi fire service spokesperson, Abubakar Bala said fire fighters were deployed immediately to the scene after being informed about the incident.

He added that they succeeded in putting the fire under control and the destruction of lives and property was mitigated.

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Lawal Sodiq Adewale aka CHOCOMILO is an award winning journalist. Mail me at Chocomilo@withinnigeria.com. See full profile on Within Nigeria's TEAM PAGE
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