At least 17 people killed by truck explosion in Ghana

Accra: A truck explosion has left at least 17 people killed in Ghana’s Western Region, media reported.

This was before the explosion when the truck was burning. Most of the people around didn't know like they'd have run for their lives. SAD!!!

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According to the Ghana Web news outlet, the blast hit the truck with explosives for mining works after its collision with a motorcycle.

The explosion also inflicted significant damage to the nearby buildings and infrastructure.