Vehicle engulfed in flames along Ojuelegba axis

A vehicle burst into flames on Monday on the Dormanlong Bridge, inward Ojuelegba, causing momentary panic and disrupting traffic flow along the busy Lagos corridor.

The incident, which occurred around 12:45 p.m, prompted a swift response from emergency and traffic officials.

Efforts were immediately launched to extinguish the blaze and evacuate the charred remains of the vehicle from the bridge.

The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) confirmed that its personnel were deployed to the scene to manage the resulting gridlock, facilitate rescue operations, and prevent further congestion.

Officials were seen coordinating traffic to ensure the continued movement of vehicles, as the bridge serves as a critical link for commuters traveling through the Ojuelegba area.

Fire suppression efforts were spearheaded by the Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service, whose team successfully contained the blaze, preventing it from spreading to nearby vehicles.

This incident underscores recurring concerns regarding vehicle breakdowns and fire outbreaks along the Dorman Long Bridge.

As a major interchange connecting Surulere, Yaba, and the mainland–island corridors, the axis is a known pressure point characterized by heavy vehicular volume and frequent gridlocks.

Emergency incidents in this area typically result in rapid congestion, necessitating the high level of responsiveness displayed by state agencies today.

Authorities assured motorists that normalcy is being gradually restored, though investigations into the cause of the fire are expected to follow. In the interim, drivers have been advised to remain patient and comply with all traffic directives until the flow of movement is fully stabilized.