Six Injured in LPG Cylinder Blast in Davanagere Village

In a tragic incident at Turchaghatta village in Davanagere taluk, six people sustained injuries after an LPG cylinder exploded in their home on Friday morning. Two individuals are reported to be in serious condition. The victims, including two elderly persons and a young girl, were rushed to the hospital with burn injuries via ambulance.

The explosion occurred due to a possible gas leak, as it is believed that the cylinder regulator was not turned off the previous night. When one of the family members attempted to light the stove in the morning, the accumulated gas ignited, leading to a powerful blast. The explosion caused extensive damage, blowing off the house’s tin roof and scattering household items.

The incident has left the local villagers in shock, and authorities are investigating the cause further. The blast happened within the Davanagere Rural police limits, and safety measures are being reviewed to prevent similar accidents.

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