CALABAR, NIGERIA – The number of victims from last week’s gas explosion in Cross River State has risen to 60, as the State Commissioner for Health conducted an on-site assessment of the severity of burn injuries at the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (UCTH).
Commissioner Dr. Egbe Ayuk visited the burns unit on Monday, revealing that additional victims had presented at various health facilities with severe burns, pushing the toll higher than initially reported. He described the situation as critical, with several patients requiring specialized care and possible referral to burn centers outside the state.
“We are mobilizing all available resources to ensure no life is lost. The state government is covering all medical expenses,” Ayuk stated, assuring families of the government’s commitment.
The explosion, which occurred at a gas plant in the Akim Qua area, has sparked concerns over safety compliance. Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, with calls for stricter enforcement of safety regulations across the state.
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