There was a gas explosion in Edibe Edibe area of Calabar, Cross River State on Saturday last week resulting from a gas leakage from a gas plant in the area which has led to the death of some people while over 60 victims were seriously burnt.
Ayemafuge learnt that when the incident occurred, attempts were made to rescue the victims involved, yet some died as a result of serious gas burn while others were rushed to the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital for survival. Our correspondent learnt that the Commissioner for Health in Cross River State, Dr. Henry Ayuk visited the hospital to see the extent of damage that has been done to the victims who were still receiving treatment at the time he got there.
On getting there, Dr. Henry Ayuk expressed a great shock and concern and immediately informed the state government about the incident.
Governor Bassey Otu of Cross River State immediately responded when he said “the government would take care of the hospital bills of the victims.” Ayuk said his visit to the hospital was to assess the situation of about 60 other victims who are still receiving medical attention
He said that victims with minor burn injuries would be transferred to the General Hospital, Calabar, to ease pressure on the teaching hospital and ensure efficient care for all the victims.
The commissioner was accompanied on the visit by the Special Adviser to the governor on General Duties, Mr Ekpeyong Akiba.
They were received by the Chief Medical Director of UCTH, Prof. Ikpeme Ikpeme, who provided updates on the condition and management of the victims.
The visit formed part of the state government’s response to the explosion, with health authorities working to ensure prompt and adequate treatment for all affected persons.
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