Chaos in Lagos as Residents Scoop Fuel from Fallen Tanker on Bridge
In Lagos, residents were captured on video collecting spilled fuel from a fallen tanker on the Tincan-Liverpool Bridge, leading to chaos and traffic congestion. The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA), Nigerian Police Force, and Lagos State Fire Service are collaborating to divert vehicles, contain the spill, and prevent major accidents.
The tanker, carrying diesel, toppled over, causing the fuel to spread across the bridge due to a damaged tank. Safety measures are being implemented, with the bridge cordoned off for recovery operations and traffic control in place.
Plus234Feed summary based on reporting from Politics Nigeria. Read the original report below.
Read full article
Continue on Politics Nigeria
Get the week in one email
Top stories, NPFL results, the naira — every Friday morning. Free, one email a week.
Related Stories
Petrol Tanker Overturns on Tincan Bridge in Lagos, Residents Rush to Scoop Fuel [VIDEO]
Chaos in Lagos as Tanker Diesel Spill Causes Commotion on Liverpool Bridge
Fuel Scooping from Fallen Tankers: A Deadly Trend in Nigeria
LASTMA and Fire Service Prevent Disaster After Diesel Tanker Accident in Lagos
Multiple Injuries in Lagos Tanker Blast
Tanker Explosion Kills Two on Lagos Expressway, Causes Traffic Disruption
Get Plus234Feed on messaging apps
Same headlines, delivered where you already scroll.
