A gas cylinder explosion in Pakistan killed 8, including a couple married the day before, injuring over a dozen and damaging nearby homes
Gas Cylinder Explosion in Pakistan Kills Eight
A newly married couple were among eight people killed when a gas cylinder exploded inside a house in Pakistan. The explosion turned what should have been the happiest night of their lives into a scene of unimaginable devastation.
Details of the Incident
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Date | Sunday |
| Time | 7:00 AM |
| Casualties | 8 killed, several injured |
| Cause | Gas leak explosion |
Eight people were killed in the devastating blast. Several others were injured in the explosion. The couple had been celebrating their wedding the previous day. They were asleep after the wedding when the blast ripped through the home.
Six other people, including family members and wedding guests who had stayed overnight, also lost their lives. More than a dozen others were injured. The powerful explosion caused the roof to collapse and blew sections of the walls away.
When rescue teams arrived, they found piles of bricks, shattered furniture, and massive slabs of concrete on the floor. Several injured victims were trapped beneath the rubble and had to be pulled out on stretchers as emergency workers raced against the clock.
Official Statements and Investigations
Officials said the blast was caused by a gas leak that filled the room before igniting. The force of the explosion was so strong that it damaged three neighboring houses, leaving residents in shock.
The chairman of Pakistan’s Senate, Yusuf Raza Gilani, described the tragedy as “a heart-wrenching incident that turned celebrations into mourning.” Hanif Masih, the groom’s father, said his son had been married just the day before.
The newlyweds, along with relatives and guests, had all gone to sleep inside the house after the wedding festivities. Masih said everyone went to bed around 3:00 AM, only to wake up to scenes of chaos hours later. Along with his son, Masih said his daughter-in-law, wife, and sister-in-law were all killed in the blast.
Police said the area was immediately cordoned off as investigations began into the circumstances surrounding the explosion. Forensic officers wearing white protective suits were deployed to sift through the debris.
Deputy police commissioner Sahibzada Yousaf told local media that sniffer dogs and advanced technology were used to ensure no one remained trapped beneath the rubble. Liquefied petroleum gas cylinders are commonly used in households across Pakistan for cooking and fuel.
Unfortunately, faulty equipment and leaks have been linked to a series of deadly accidents in the past. Gilani said the incident raised serious concerns and stressed that more needed to be done to prevent similar tragedies from occurring.
“Such incidents demand that relevant departments fulfill their responsibilities seriously and ensure safety measures,” he said in a statement.
