“On arrival at the incident by first responders, it was observed that a fully loaded tanker with diesel had a brake failure and subsequently lost control, falling off the road which caused an explosion and fire outbreak,” the agency said.
“The fire has been successfully subdued by men of the LASEMA Fire service unit, LASG Fire service, NPF and other first responders while damping down is ongoing.
“There are no casualties and no property has been damaged by the blaze.”
The official said the driver of the tanker and his motor boy have been arrested and handed over to the police.