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Death toll from toxic gas leak during oil theft attempt in Nigeria rises to 43
The death toll from toxic gas that leaked during an oil theft attempt in Nigeria’s oil-rich Rivers State has risen to 43. While an investigation continues, some people were hospitalized, and others who lost consciousness fell into the river and went missing.
The death toll from toxic gas that leaked during an oil theft attempt in Nigeria’s oil-rich Rivers State has risen to 43.
The incident occurred at Okari Jetty in the Okirka local government area, where a group of young people tried to steal oil at night. Toxic gas leaked during the attempt.
Investigation continues
Rivers State police representative Agabe Blessing Karbalo said those who died or were affected by the gas had been trying to steal oil. Karbalo said the investigation was continuing to determine the full circumstances and extent of the incident.
Initial statements said that at least 37 people had died. Some people who lost consciousness fell into the river and went missing.
Some survivors were hospitalized after experiencing difficulty breathing.
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