Fire Breaks Out at Edo’s Oluku Market After Fuel Tanker Overturns

A fire has broken out at Oluku Market in Benin City, Edo State, shortly after a petroleum tanker overturned near market buildings on Thursday morning.

The incident occurred after residents reportedly rushed to scoop fuel from the fallen tanker, raising concerns about the danger posed by the spilled petroleum.

According to reports, the tanker overturned near the market, attracting residents who arrived with jerrycans to collect fuel from the spill.

A fire subsequently erupted in the area, although the cause of the outbreak had not been confirmed as of the time of filing this report.

Details surrounding the incident remain unclear, with no confirmed information available on possible casualties or the extent of damage to nearby buildings.

It was also not immediately known whether emergency responders had brought the fire under control.

The incident highlights the dangers associated with scooping fuel from overturned tankers, as spilled petroleum can ignite and cause devastating fires.

Further details are awaited from relevant emergency agencies and authorities in Edo State.