Tragic LPG Cylinder Explosion Claims Lives of Family in Darbhanga, Bihar
Bihar: LPG cylinder blast kills couple, infant in Darbhanga; four injured
Hindustan Times
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A suspected LPG leak caused a devastating explosion in Darbhanga district, Bihar, resulting in the deaths of a young couple and their three-month-old infant. The incident also left four others injured, prompting an investigation into the cause of the fire.
- 01An LPG cylinder explosion killed a couple and their infant in Darbhanga, Bihar.
- 02The fire began in the kitchen of a three-storey house due to a suspected gas leak.
- 03Four other individuals sustained burn injuries, including a fire brigade member.
- 04Firefighters took nearly an hour to control the blaze.
- 05An inquiry has been initiated to determine the cause of the incident.
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On Sunday evening, a tragic LPG cylinder explosion in Sundarpur locality, Darbhanga district, Bihar, resulted in the deaths of Govind Kumar (24), his wife Mishu Kumari (22), and their three-month-old son. The fire ignited in the kitchen after Mishu lit the cooking gas, likely due to a leak. Before family members could react, the situation escalated, leading to the explosion. Local residents reported that the fire spread quickly, leaving no time for escape. Four others were injured, including Chandrakishore Paswan, a member of the fire brigade. The injured were taken to a private hospital, with one in critical condition. Firefighters managed to control the blaze after about an hour. An inquiry has been launched to investigate the cause of the fire, and the bodies have been sent for post-mortem examination.
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This incident highlights the dangers associated with LPG usage and the need for safety measures in households.
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