Oil tanker overturns, over 100 killed in blaze in Pakistan

June 25, 2017 11:07

At least 100 people were \charred to death and 75 others severely injured after an oil tanker caught fire and exploded on a highway in Bahawalpur district of Pakistan's Punjab province today, according to media reports.

The tanker caught fire and exploded apparently after a fuel leakage from its damaged containers.

At least 100 people were killed and 75 others severely injured in the blaze, local media reported. They had gathered around the tanker after it overturned to collect oil that had leaked out.

The fire brigade arrived on the site of the incident shortly after the blaze started and rescue operations were initiated. Two fire engines battled the fire and eventually gained control over it.

At least six cars and 12 motorcycles were burnt in the blaze.

The injured have transferred to hospital, rescue officials said.

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