Gas emissions trigger panic in Delta oil community

By Ochuko Akuopha
ASABA — Apprehension has gripped residents of Uzere in Isoko South Local Government Area of Delta State following reported gas emissions from underground in parts of the oil-producing community.
The development came barely two months after an oil well in the community, within Oil Mining Lease (OML) 30, reportedly erupted.
Residents said uncontrolled emissions had been noticed at several locations, particularly around London Base in Uweye Quarter, where the affected area is located.
They said the intensity of the emissions had increased and appeared to be spreading since they were first noticed.
Sources said bubbling had been observed in water around farmlands a...