Fire engulfed a petrol station at Air Force Junction Along Port Harcourt-Aba Expressway; Millions in Property Destroyed
A devastating fire broke out at the Air Force Junction along the bustling Port Harcourt-Aba Expressway earlier today, engulfing the area in a raging inferno. Preliminary reports indicate that properties worth millions of naira were destroyed in the blaze, though no casualties have been confirmed at this stage.
Eyewitnesses described scenes of chaos as thick plumes of smoke billowed into the sky, drawing emergency responders to the location. State Fire Service trucks swiftly mobilized to combat the flames, while Road Safety marshals cordoned off the affected zone to restrict access and ensure public safety.
Authorities have yet to determine the cause of the fire, but investigations are underway. As of the latest update, firefighters remain on the scene working to fully extinguish the blaze and prevent further damage to nearby structures.
Motorists and residents are advised to avoid the area as cleanup and assessment operations continue. Further updates will be provided as official details emerge from the ongoing response efforts.
*— Additional reporting pending.*
