A truck loaded with Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) better known as fuel has exploded into high flames opposite County Specialist Hospital, Calabar-Ikom highway, Ikom Local Government Area of Cross River State, causing panic in the area.
The fire broke out 15 minutes ago and is still burning as of the time of this report.
Firefighters have not been sighted at the scene as residents and business owners scamper for safety. Shops, electric facilities and other properties around the area are already paying the price of the inferno.
The incident has caused traffic restrictions along the Calabar- Ikom highway with fears the fire may spread into nearby fuel stations, hotels and supermarkets in the area.
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