Many residents of Onitsha in Anambra state are “currently trapped” as a result of a fire outbreak in the commercial city.
A witness said a petrol-laden truck, which lost control, exploded after ramming into some buildings in the Upper Iweka axis of the city.
The incident sparked confusion among residents and traders at nearby Ochanga market.
“Many buildings are on fire and the firefighters are nowhere to be found,” a resident told TheCable.
In a video of the tragic incident sent to TheCable, at least four houses were seen on fire.
The fire had not been put out as of the time of filing this report.
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