A gas tanker stuck under a bridge has exploded in Johannesburg, killing eight people, injuring scores more and damaging nearby buildings, according to emergency services.
The blast, on Saturday, damaged the roof of the emergency department at the Tambo Memorial hospital.
It destroyed two houses and several cars, and injured bystanders.
The vehicle caught fire while under a low bridge, but emergency services spokesperson William Ntladi said investigations were ongoing.
Reuters
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