A fuel tanker on Tuesday, exploded at Mile 2 of Otto Wharf in Lagos state.
The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) in a statement by the spokesperson, Dr Olufemi Oke-Osanyintolu said the agency reacted to distress calls by activating its response plan.
“Upon arrival at the scene by the agency response team, a fire outbreak from a fuel tanker and drums was encountered.
“Emergency responders are currently battling the inferno to contain it. Operation is still ongoing.
“Members of the public are to refrain from nearing any naked flame while motorists are to avoid the area,” the statement reads.
