Breaking news gas explosion rocks abule ado area of lagos
BREAKING NEWS
GAS EXPLOSION ROCKS ABULE-ADO AREA OF LAGOS
A devastating gas explosion has rocked the Abule-Ado area of Lagos, Nigeria, causing widespread destruction and chaos.
According to eyewitnesses, the explosion occurred at around 9:30 am local time, sending shockwaves through the densely populated neighborhood. The blast is believed to have been caused by a leak in a gas pipeline, which ignited and exploded, releasing a massive amount of energy.
The explosion has left a trail of destruction, with multiple buildings reduced to rubble and debris scattered across the streets. Emergency services are on the scene, working to rescue those trapped in the rubble and provide medical assistance to the injured.
DEVELOPING STORY
- Reports indicate that several people have been injured, with some feared trapped under the rubble.
- The exact number of casualties is not yet known, but authorities are working to assess the situation.
- The cause of the explosion is still under investigation, but officials believe it may have been caused by a leak in a gas pipeline.
- The Abule-Ado area is a densely populated neighborhood with many residential and commercial buildings.
- The explosion has caused widespread panic and disruption in the area, with many residents fleeing the scene.
LATEST UPDATES
- The Lagos State Government has issued a statement confirming the explosion and promising to provide assistance to those affected.
- Emergency services, including the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) and the Lagos Fire Service, are on the scene.
- The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) has also issued a statement, saying it is investigating the cause of the explosion.
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