Two separate LPG cylinder explosions in Pune on Wednesday morning left five people injured, including a couple and their two children. In the first incident, a gas leak triggered a fire in a house near the Gurudwara in Aundh village, injuring one person who was later hospitalized. In another incident in Wadkar Mala, a gas leak led to a powerful blast, seriously injuring a family of four.
Both fires were brought under control by the fire brigade. Authorities are investigating the causes of the explosions, which have raised fresh concerns about household gas safety.
An official stated that the family resided in a small room in the Wadkar Mala area. According to preliminary findings, the explosion was likely caused by a gas leak. Senior Inspector Mansingh Patil of Kalepadal police station said the stove knob was found to be loose, and when the woman attempted to light the stove with a lighter in the morning, it sparked the blast.
A 48-year-old man and his 42-year-old wife sustained severe burn injuries, with nearly 80 percent of their bodies affected. Their two children, aged 15 and 19, also suffered burns covering about 40 percent of their bodies. Following the blast, neighbors quickly informed the police and fire brigade. All four family members were immediately taken to a hospital, where they are currently receiving medical treatment, officials said.
