A devastating fuel tanker explosion rocked Sierra Leone's capital, Freetown, late Friday night, leaving at least 108 people dead and 92 injured. Authorities confirmed the tragedy on Saturday, calling it one of the deadliest accidents in the country's recent history. 🚚🔥
Witnesses described scenes of chaos as the tanker collided with another vehicle, sparking a massive blaze that engulfed nearby homes and businesses. The National Disaster Management Agency (NDMA) launched emergency response efforts, urging residents to avoid the area while rescue teams worked tirelessly through the night.
President Julius Maada Bio expressed grief over the incident, tweeting: 'My heart goes out to families who have lost loved ones.' The government has pledged full support for survivors and vowed to investigate the cause of the explosion. 💔🇸🇱
This tragedy highlights ongoing infrastructure challenges in Sierra Leone, where fatal accidents involving fuel tankers have occurred multiple times in the past decade. As the nation mourns, global aid organizations are mobilizing to assist with medical supplies and disaster relief. 🌐🤝
