Two injured as fire guts gas plant in Anambra

Two individuals suffered severe burns and other properties were destroyed in a fire at the Amingo Gas Plant in Oraifite, Ekwusigo Local Government Area of Anambra State. The incident occurred on Sunday evening, after an ignition from the engine of a gas tanker led to a blaze that affected a portion of the facility. Despite not resulting in fatalities, eyewitnesses reported that the injured staff members were promptly taken to a nearby hospital for medical treatment.

The fire consumed numerous gas tanks and emitted thick smoke that enveloped the entire site. Firefighters from the Anambra State Fire Service arrived to combat the blaze and prevent its spread. According to Chukwudi Chiketa, head of the media and publicity unit of the fire service, the team arrived at 7:37 pm and successfully extinguished the fire by 8:04 pm.

Chiketa emphasized the importance of adhering to safety procedures and maintaining proper maintenance of vehicles and equipment in the petroleum and gas sector.