Haiti Explosion Results in 26 Fatalities and Many Injuries
Tragic Incident in Haiti
The recent Haiti explosion has tragically resulted in 26 fatalities after a tanker truck carrying gasoline exploded in the southern coastal city of Miragoane this past weekend. Reports indicate that over 40 individuals sustained injuries, with six requiring urgent medical transfer to the capital, Port-au-Prince.
Ongoing Concerns
The blast occurred when the tanker truck flipped over, causing devastating consequences for onlookers and the local community. The Civil Protection Agency is involved in assisting those affected, with plans to transfer an additional 12 victims suffering from severe burns.
Past Incidents
This incident is reminiscent of a similar tragedy in 2021 in Cap-Haitien, where a fuel truck accident resulted in the deaths of 75 individuals.
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