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Gridlock as trailer rams into FMC fence in Abia
A heavy-duty trailer loaded with iron rods crashed into the perimeter fence of the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Umuahia, in the early hours of Thursday.
The accident occurred after the trailer reportedly lost compression while climbing a hill along the Umuahia–Ikot Ekpene Expressway.
The crash happened near Finbarrs Road, close to the Abia State High Court, causing significant traffic congestion on the busy expressway.
The trailer driver, who declined to give his name, said the accident occurred at about 2:00 a.m.
He explained that the vehicle lost compression while ascending the hill, causing it to roll backwards uncontrollably before crashing into the fence of the Federal Medical Centre.
The accident left the trailer obstructing part of the federal highway, leading to heavy traffic congestion during the morning rush hour as motorists struggled to navigate the affected section.
As of the time of filing this report, there was no official confirmation of any casualties, while efforts were ongoing to evacuate the trailer and restore the free flow of traffic.
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