The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service says it is currently attending to a Fire outbreak at Alakara Bus Stop, Idi Oro, Mushin, Lagos.
The Director of the Service, Mrs Adeseye Margaret, says: “The Fire which was received at 13:17 hrs, saw the Agency mobilising other emergency responders of the State to put up a concerted effort in combatting the inferno.
“Preliminary investigation revealed that it is a 33,000 liters Tanker that is fully ladden with Premium Motor Spirit, otherwise known as Petrol which comes to service Mobil Petroleum Filling Station that went on Flame.
“Although the cause of the disaster is yet to be ascertained, Officials of Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service remain on top of the situation and will provide necessary updates as situation demands.
“Motorists are advised to seek alternative routes away from the Idi Oro Corridor of Agege Motor Road, Mushin.”