Three persons have lost their lives in a gas explosion on Tuesday morning on Ojekunle Street in the Ladipo area of Mushin in Lagos State.
The explosion damaged car windows and shattered the louvres and glass windows of houses nearby.
The shockwaves of the explosion covered Ojekunle, Bello, Fatai Atere and adjoining areas, sending residents into a momentary panic.
Mrs. Margaret Adeseye, Director of Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, confirmed the development to PM News.
“The Gas incident which was reported at 08:42 hours Tuesday morning via the State emergency reporting platform was swiftly responded to by a combination of the State first and secondary responders.
“On arrival at the scene, it was discovered that it is an open space used for several activities including a beer parlour, mechanic workshop, spare parts sale, and gas shop amongst others while housing a makeshift structure.
“Three male adults had been recovered as rescue and recovery operations continue in an environment isolated from causing any further secondary incident.
“Preliminary investigations to establish the fact of the incident continues and further discovery will be made public.”
Watch footage of moments following the explosion below.
