SANGE, Congo, the Democratic Republic of the
The charred remains of a oil tanker lie on the street of Sange
The charred remains of a oil tanker lie on the street of Sange in eastern Congo after it crashed and exploded, killing hundreds in a fireball, July 3, 2010. At least 230 people were killed when the fuel tanker overturned and exploded in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, unleashing a fire ball that tore through homes and cinemas packed with people watching World Cup soccer. Officials said on Saturday the explosion late on Friday also injured 196 people, adding that the death toll could rise. Picture taken July 3, 2010. REUTERS/Desire Kyakwima (DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO - Tags: DISASTER ENERGY IMAGES OF THE DAY)