Enugu: Pregnant woman, 4-year-old son die in kerosene explosion
A pregnant woman and her son were victims of a kerosene explosion in Enugu, NAN reports.
The incident reportedly occurred in the Ngenevu area of Coal Camp in the state about 7.30pm on Monday.
Enugu State Police Command, Mr Ebere Amaraizu said the incident occurred when the woman’s husband attempted to light a lantern he had bought.
“It was gathered that on the day, one Hillary Ugwuoke had allegedly bought kerosene from a neighbour,” Amaraizu said.
“He later poured the kerosene into the lantern and in the attempt to light up the lantern, the kerosene exploded and the house was engulfed in flames.
“Hillary Ugwuoke, his pregnant wife and his children were burnt in the inferno; but sympathisers took them to the National Orthopaedic Hospital, Enugu.
“It was further gathered that at the hospital, Mrs. Ugwuoke and her four-year-old son were confirmed dead.
“Other members of the family who sustained severe burns are receiving treatment,” he added.
