In a heartbreaking incident, a gas tanker explosion devastated Cap-Haitien, Haiti's second-largest city, late Monday night. The explosion occurred amidst a severe fuel shortage gripping the island nation.
Residents, desperate for fuel, were collecting gasoline directly from the overturned tanker after it flipped while maneuvering to avoid a motorcycle. The tragic explosion resulted in at least 70 fatalities, leaving the community in shock.
Footage from CGTN's stringers in Haiti shows the chaotic aftermath, with rescuers diligently searching for survivors amidst the wreckage. Multiple patients have been transported to a temporary medical camp, where they await vital treatment.
This disaster highlights the ongoing struggles Haiti faces with fuel scarcity, exacerbating daily hardships for its residents. As the nation rallies to support those affected, the global community watches with concern and solidarity.
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Stringer Dispatch: At least 70 dead in Haiti gas tanker explosion
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