Haiti Gas Tanker Explosion Kills 70+

At least 70 people have died after a fuel tanker explosion rocked Cap-Haitien, Haiti’s second-largest city, late Monday. The tragedy unfolded as desperate residents rushed to collect spilled gasoline from an overturned truck—a grim snapshot of the nation’s worsening fuel crisis.

CGTN footage from local stringers shows charred debris, overwhelmed rescuers, and makeshift medical tents crowded with survivors. The tanker reportedly flipped while swerving to avoid a motorcycle, sparking a deadly stampede for fuel before the blast.

Haiti has faced months of fuel shortages due to political instability and gang blockades, forcing many to rely on black-market supplies. Officials warn the death toll could rise as hospitals struggle to treat severe burns.

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Stringer Dispatch: At least 70 dead in Haiti gas tanker explosion

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