Two people have suffered severe burns after a diesel tanker fell from Otedola Bridge in Lagos and burst into flames beneath the bridge.
The Otedola Bridge tanker fire triggered an emergency response involving several state and federal agencies. Rescuers pulled the injured victims from the danger zone and arranged urgent medical attention.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed the incident in a statement. It said its emergency response team worked with other agencies to rescue the victims and coordinate their evacuation.
Victims Rushed to Lagos Emergency Centre
Following the crash, the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) Rescue Unit evacuated the two victims to the Lagos State Accident and Emergency Centre at Toll-Gate.
Both victims sustained extensive burns and required immediate medical treatment.
LASTMA described the scene as a serious fire emergency that demanded the rapid removal of the injured victims from the affected area.
Meanwhile, the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service deployed personnel to extinguish the flames and prevent the fire from spreading to nearby infrastructure.
Multiple Agencies Join Rescue Operation
The Otedola Bridge tanker fire prompted a coordinated response from several emergency and security agencies.
Those involved included the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, LASEMA, the Lagos Rescue Unit, the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), the Lagos State Neighbourhood Safety Agency and police officers from the Alausa Police Division.
LASTMA said the agencies worked together to rescue the victims, support the evacuation and contain the fire.
The agency’s General Manager, Olalekan Bakare-Oki, praised the responders for their prompt action and professionalism. He also wished the injured victims a full and speedy recovery.
LASTMA Warns Tanker Operators
Following the incident, LASTMA reiterated the importance of road safety, particularly for operators of heavy-duty and articulated vehicles.
The agency urged tanker drivers and other motorists to carry out regular mechanical inspections, obey safety regulations and adopt responsible driving practices.
It stressed that proper vehicle maintenance and compliance with safety standards could help prevent avoidable crashes.
The Otedola Bridge tanker fire highlights the serious risks associated with crashes involving vehicles transporting combustible products. Emergency agencies continue to stress the need for quick intervention to reduce injuries and prevent further damage during such incidents.
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