On the morning of January 3, speaking with Lao Dong Newspaper reporter, Mr. Nguyen Huy Doan - Chairman of Xich Tho commune said that the incident happened at around 10:00 a.m. on January 3 in Lien Minh village (Xich Tho commune, Nho Quan district, Ninh Binh province).
According to Mr. Doan, at that time, an oil tanker was anchored on the Boi River, passing through Lien Minh village. At that time, there were about 4-5 people on board cleaning and maintaining the ship when suddenly the ship exploded and caught fire.
"When the train exploded, everyone managed to escape, but three people were burned and are currently receiving first aid at the commune's medical station," said Mr. Doan.
According to Mr. Doan, after the ship exploded and caught fire, authorities were promptly present at the scene to handle the situation.
By about 10:30, the fire was under control.
The cause of the incident is currently being investigated and clarified by the authorities.
