Fire Tragedy / Woman Critical As Gas Cylinder Explodes While Cooking
Key Points
- A 65-year-old woman sustained severe burn injuries after a 4 kg cylinder exploded while cooking.
- Authorities confirmed the accident was triggered by a gas leak; the victim was rushed to hospital in critical condition.
- Local residents urged regular checks and awareness on small cylinder usage; police have registered a case and begun investigation.
Balasore, Jan 3: A tragic accident occurred in Patrapada Dhatei Sahi under Balasore Town police station limits when a 65-year-old woman sustained severe burn injuries after a cooking gas cylinder exploded.
According to reports, the woman was cooking on the rooftop when a leak from a 4 kg gas cylinder led to the blast. The sudden explosion engulfed her in flames, leaving her critically injured.
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✨Neighbours rushed to the spot and helped shift the victim to
a nearby medical facility, where she is undergoing treatment. Authorities
confirmed that the incident was caused by a gas leak, and safety measures are
being reviewed to prevent similar accidents.
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Local residents expressed concern over the use of small gas cylinders in households, highlighting the need for regular safety checks and awareness campaigns. Police have registered the case and are investigating further.
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