NEMA, Partners Prevent Tragedy As Petrol Tanker Spills Content In Kaduna



In a swift mode of operation, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), coordinated other stakeholders in preventing loss of lives and property in Kaduna by successfully handling the issue of a fully loaded petrol tanker which was involved in an accident within the metropolis.


A statement signed by   Halima Daudu Suleiman on behalf of NEMA, North West Zonal Office, sighted by our correspondent on Sunday February 16, disclosed this.



The statement titled, "Successful Emergency Response to Tanker Accident in Kaduna" said, " At approximately 11:46am, the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) North West Zonal Office received a report of a tanker accident involving a fully loaded Petrol Motor Spirit (PMS) tanker at Romi New Extension, near Command Junction, Kaduna State. The accident resulted in a significant fuel spill, posing an immediate risk to lives and property.


"Upon receiving the report, the NEMA Northwest Zonal Office swiftly activated the Emergency Response Team and coordinated with relevant stakeholders to mitigate the potential hazards". 


It informed that the  incident was first reported by a member of the Kaduna State Disaster Management Platform (DMP), prompting a rapid mobilization of emergency responders.


"A multi-agency response team was deployed to manage the situation effectively:


"Crowd and traffic control were expertly handled by the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Kaduna State Traffic and Environmental Law Enforcement Agency (KASTLEA), Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), and the Joint Task Force (JTF), ensuring order and preventing secondary incidents.


"Fire suppression and cooling operations were conducted by the Kaduna State Emergency Management Agency (KADSEMA) firefighters and the Indomie Fire Truck to prevent any ignition during the delicate fuel transfer process.


"Medical and humanitarian support was provided by the Nigerian Red Cross Society and the National Blood Transfusion Service, ensuring readiness for any potential casualties.


"Media partners and National Orientation Agency (NOA) played a crucial role in providing timely and accurate information to the public, enhancing situational awareness," it said.



It added that by 4:57pm, emergency responders successfully transferred the PMS to another tanker without any reported casualties. 


"The operation was a testament to effective coordination, teamwork, timely information dissemination, and continuous safety awareness efforts regarding tanker accidents," NEMA said.




NEMA commended all stakeholders for their professionalism, dedication, and swift response, which contributed to the successful management of the incident. 


"This outcome reinforces the importance of inter-agency collaboration and proactive emergency preparedness in ensuring public safety.


"Together, we can build a safer and more resilient society," the statement said.



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