Atanker exploded on the Obiri-Ikwerre Flyover along the East-West Road in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital on Tuesday, June 4.
The incident which occurred at about 9:30 am involved a tanker carrying what is believed to be Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) which fell over and exploded while trying to navigate the roundabout.
The impact of the explosion was felt kilometres away as some of the residents said their windows were smashed while others reported feeling the vibrations.
Currently, the Fire Service is working to extinguish the fire, surrounded by onlookers and heavy security, the Nation gathered.
Eyewitnesses noted no casualties, as the driver managed to escape just before the blast.
There was no official statement from the authorities at the time of filing this report.
