LPG Cylinder Blast in Delhi’s Swaroop Nagar Injures Seven
Reported by Anam Siddiqui
New Delhi: At least seven people were injured after an LPG cylinder exploded in the Swaroop Nagar area of the national capital, causing panic among residents and damaging nearby structures.
According to initial reports, the blast occurred inside a house where a cooking gas cylinder suddenly exploded, triggering a fire and sending shockwaves through the neighborhood. The loud explosion drew the attention of local residents, who immediately alerted emergency services.
Teams from the Delhi Fire Service rushed to the scene and launched rescue operations. Firefighters managed to bring the flames under control and prevent the fire from spreading to nearby houses.
The injured individuals were quickly taken to nearby hospitals for medical treatment. Officials said that some victims suffered burn injuries, while others were hurt due to the impact of the explosion.
Authorities from Delhi Police have started an investigation to determine the exact cause of the blast. Preliminary findings suggest that a gas leakage may have triggered the explosion, though further examination is underway.
Local authorities have urged residents to regularly check their LPG connections and follow safety precautions to prevent such dangerous incidents.
Further details are expected as the investigation continues. 🚒
