23 Feb 2024 | 05:16 PM UTC
Nigeria: Lingering traffic disruptions likely in Ojuelegba neighborhood of Lagos after tanker truck overturns in area, spilling fuel Feb. 23
Fuel tanker truck overturns and spills fuel in Ojuelegba area of Lagos, Nigeria, Feb. 23; lingering traffic disruptions likely.
Lingering traffic disruptions are likely in the Ojuelegba neighborhood of Lagos after a fuel tanker truck overturned and spilled fuel in the area Feb. 23. Crowds have reportedly gathered at the site to collect the spilled fuel. Authorities have deployed to the scene to respond to the incident. The overturned tanker or spilled fuel may ignite and explode.
Officials may order the evacuation of the immediate area over the coming hours to facilitate response operations and ensure public safety. Authorities will likely keep a heightened security presence in the affected area until the spilled fuel is cleaned up. Localized road closures cannot be ruled out.
Avoid the incident site until authorities give the all-clear and vacate the scene. Consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area and any disruptions. Adhere to all instructions issued by local officials, including any evacuation orders.
