A gas tank at a gas station in Baruwa area of Ipaja in Lagos State exploded in the early hours of Thursday.
It was gathered that the explosion, which started around 6am, has destroyed many properties
The cause of the explosion and the number of casualties could not be ascertained at the time of this report.
Fire fighters and emergency responders from the Lagos State Emergency Management Agency are enroute the scene of explosion.
Confirming the incident, a tweet by the Lagos State Emergency Agency (LASEMA), said its men have arrived the scene.
No casualty has been confirmed as of the time of filing this report.
“Gas station currently on fire in Barusa area of Lagos.
“Explosion occurred around 6am. The agency has activated our emergency response plan,” it said.
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