Tangier : Tanker truck explosion triggers fire at latex glove manufacturing plant

This morning, a fire broke out in Tangier at a latex glove manufacturing plant in the Mghogha industrial zone, reported the Tangier-Assilah prefecture. 

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The fire erupted while a tanker truck was filling its fuel oil tank, causing the container to explode and wrecking a parked personnel carrier.

Although there were no human casualties, seven people were taken to Mohamed V hospital for treatment after suffering from asphyxia. Their condition is considered stable.

A judicial inquiry has been opened by the relevant authorities to determine the exact circumstances of the accident.