Rapid intervention saved the day as the Anambra State Fire Service successfully put out a burning Dyna truck beside Winners Chapel along Oby Okoli Avenue, near Abakaliki Street Roundabout in Awka.
The emergency call came in around 8:20pm, and firefighters wasted no time deploying to the scene with full equipment. Their swift action ensured the fire was contained to the truck and its contents, preventing damage to nearby buildings and businesses.
No casualties. No injuries. Traffic restored. Situation fully under control within the hour.
Residents and motorists are reminded to regularly service their vehicles, avoid overloading with flammable materials, and always give way to emergency teams during emergencies.
