Kwara Fire Service Rescues Idi-Ape Community from Diesel Tanker Blaze

 

 

Men and officers of the Kwara State Fire Service had rescued some people from the Magaji Aare quarters, Ajegunle, in the Idi-Ape area of Ilorin East Local Government from fire disaster.

This is contained in a statement signed by Mr Hassan Adekunle,  the Head of Department,  Media and Publicity,  Kwara State Fire Service and made available to newsmen.

On the 30th of December 2023, at approximately 10:47 hours, the Kwara State Fire Service swiftly responded to a fire emergency at Magaji Aare quarters, Ajegunle, in the Idi-Ape area of Ilorin East Local Government.

The firefighters, equipped with their fire appliance, arrived promptly to face a blazing diesel tanker containing 22,000 liters with registration number MUS 916 YF.

The situation escalated as the tanker’s valve opened, causing diesel to gush out forcefully. Undeterred, the firemen, demonstrating their exceptional firefighting skills, called for additional support, and another fire appliance quickly joined the effort.

After a relentless hour of collective effort, the dedicated team successfully extinguished the raging fire.

 

 

Upon investigation, the tanker driver revealed to the Fire Service media team that the fire originated from the pumping machine used to syphon diesel for the ‘Collo site’ mast, which serves all networks.

The Nigeria Police of the ‘C’ Division were present at the scene to maintain order and control any potential mob disturbance.

The community’s cooperation played a crucial role in enabling the firemen to work efficiently and effectively in overcoming the challenging situation. Unfortunately, the ensuing fire resulted in damage to two shops and a football viewing center.

Therefore, the Director, Kwara State Fire Service, Prince Falade John Olumuyiwa has  urged general public to always play safe especially during this period and not to hesitate to call fire brigade on time whenever there is any fire emergency in their areas, saying that this would save lives and properties of people in the state..

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