Two die as trucks collide, catch fire on Anambra road
Tragedy struck on the Awka-Enugu Expressway in Anambra as two trucks collided and caught fire, killing two and injuring two others. Learn more about the An Read More: https://punchng.com/two-die-as-trucks-collide-catch-fire-on-anambra-road/
Two individuals lost their lives and two others sustained injuries when two commercial trucks collided and caught fire on the Awka-Enugu Expressway in Anambra State, Nigeria. The accident occurred late Thursday evening near Jezco Filling Station, causing significant gridlock on the road. Eyewitnesses reported that the crash involved two male adults in each truck, with both vehicles sustaining substantial damage.
Following the collision, a fire broke out, leading to the explosion that claimed the lives of two individuals. The Federal Road Safety Corps confirmed the incident, noting that the drivers involved were traveling at high speeds when the accident occurred. Two victims were rescued by bystanders and taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.
The cause of the crash was attributed to speeding and loss of control by the Federal Road Safety Corps. The Sector Commander of Anambra Sector Command emphasized the importance of adhering to traffic regulations and avoiding excessive speed, particularly in construction zones, to prevent such accidents.
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