There was an accident on the Mile 2 space of Lagos State, as a 40ft container fell on a Toyota Camry, with reg- istration quantity LSR 293 HJ, en route Apapa yesterday.
Thankfully, the motive force was rescued alive due to the swift response of the Lagos State Site visitors Administration Authority (LASTMA), the Federal Street Security Corps (FRSC) and the Lagos State Emergency Administration Company (LASEMA). The joint rescue crew rushed the sufferer to the hospital, the place he acquired instant medical consideration.
Safety was maintained by officers from the Kirikiri Police Division, ensur- ing a safe surroundings for the emergency responders. After the rescue, the Toyota Camry was faraway from be- neath the container and efforts are underway to evacuate the fallen container. LASTMA officers are managing the scene to ease visitors congestion and restore normalcy.
The Common Supervisor of LASTMA, Mr. Olalekan Bak- are-Oki, emphasised the im- portance of correct container securing by truck drivers and homeowners. He careworn that negli- gence on this regard endangers lives and property, urging strict compliance with street security protocols to stop such cata- strophic occurrences.
“LASTMA stays dedicated to making sure the security and effectivity of Lagos road- methods, working collabora- tively with stakeholders to uphold visitors legal guidelines and improve public security,” he stated. In response to the Federal Motor Provider Security Advert- ministration (FMCSA), im- correct cargo loading and securing are frequent causes of truck accidents.
To stop such incidents, truck drivers and homeowners should guarantee correct container securing, utilizing satisfactory tie-downs and restraints. Common inspections and upkeep of cargo se- curing tools are additionally essential.
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