A tragic incident unfolded in Kano as a fire outbreak claimed the life of an individual at an engine oil depot situated on the Hotoro Eastern bypass.Â
The calamity extended its reach, causing significant destruction to numerous buildings within the facility.
The distressing event transpired following the arrival of an oil tanker loaded with its combustible cargo.
Swift response from the state fire service saw firefighters rushing to the scene, battling the fierce flames in an attempt to bring the situation under control.
Meanwhile, the residents of the area found themselves in a harrowing situation, prompting them to flee in search of safety.
An eyewitness on the scene provided an account of the unfolding events, shedding light on the unfortunate sequence of incidents leading to the fire outbreak.
However, despite these initial reports, the precise extent of the damage caused by the fire remained unclear at the time of filing this report.
The community awaits further details and assessments to comprehensively understand the aftermath of this devastating incident.
