ARIFWALA – A powerful gas leakage explosion rocked Street No. 2 near Ansari Chowk, Arifwala, leaving one man injured and causing significant structural damage to a residential building.
The victim, identified as Yahya Ansari, sustained injuries when the blast occurred early in the morning. Rescue 1122 teams arrived promptly at the scene, provided initial medical aid, and shifted him to the hospital for treatment.
Details of the Incident
According to local reports and eyewitnesses, the incident was caused by a gas buildup overnight. The key details include:
The Cause: A stove burner was reportedly left open during the night, allowing gas to fill the house.
The Trigger: When an attempt was made to light the stove in the morning, the accumulated gas ignited, triggering a massive explosion.
Structural Damage: The intensity of the blast was so severe that the upper portion of the building collapsed, with debris falling into the street below.
Local Impact: The sound of the explosion was heard across nearby neighborhoods, causing panic among residents.
Rescue Challenges
Firefighters and emergency vehicles reached the site shortly after the blast. However, rescue operations faced delays as the narrow streets of the locality made it difficult for fire engines to maneuver and reach the affected building quickly.
Authorities have once again urged citizens to double-check gas appliances before sleeping or leaving the house to prevent such life-threatening accidents.