Gas tanker overturns in Soro of Odisha, locals panic-stricken
A gas tanker overturned near Soro in Balasore district of Odisha on the National Highway NH16 in the early morning hours on Sunday
Soro: A gas tanker overturned near Soro in Balasore district of Odisha on the National Highway NH16 in the early morning hours on Sunday, said reports.
According to reports, the police sealed the road on either side of the road. The residents of the local area were panic-stricken, said reports.
However according to reports, a gas leak is yet to be reported following the accident. Meanwhile, the fire department has reached the spot and is trying to bring the situation under control by spraying water.
All steps and necessary precautions are being taken to prevent any untoward incident near the spot. Though the exact reason for the accident is unknown, the accident occurred as the driver lost control over the wheels.
The fire services personnel immediately reached the spot and started spraying water after a gas leak was reported. There was a traffic snarl on the route and communication was restricted.
Further detailed reports are awaited in this matter.
Ms Kalinga