A devastating series of explosions rocked the Eleme section of the East-West Road in Rivers State, resulting in the incineration of not less than 100 vehicles and an unknown number of individuals.
The harrowing incident unfolded late Friday night, leaving scores of travelers stranded and communities reeling from the aftermath. According to eyewitness accounts, the calamity was triggered by a fuel tanker laden with petroleum products, which erupted into a blazing inferno, engulfing surrounding vehicles trapped in a gridlock.
Conflicting reports have emerged regarding the extent of the destruction, with some sources estimating the number of burnt vehicles to exceed 300, while others cite a figure of over 100. Amid the chaos, the true scale of human casualties remains uncertain, although eyewitnesses lamented the sight of numerous individuals trapped in their vehicles, consumed by the relentless flames.
Sources close to the scene have pointed fingers at reckless driving practices and negligence on the part of the company responsible for road reconstruction in the Eleme section.