Delhi Tragedy: 1 dead, 6 injured after gas tank explodes at CNG station in Tikri Kalan
Six people standing nearby sustained injuries in the explosion and were rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment, a fire service officer said.
On Wednesday, a gas tank explosion at a CNG station in Delhi's Tikri Kalan resulted in one confirmed death and six injuries. The incident occurred around 3:37 pm, causing panic in the area. The Delhi Fire Service responded promptly, dispatching six fire tenders to the scene. Six individuals were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, as they were reportedly near the truck during the explosion.
The victim, who perished in the blast, was reportedly refueling the vehicle at the time. Preliminary reports suggest that the explosion happened while CNG was being refilled. Authorities are conducting an investigation to determine the cause of the explosion. The situation has been under control, with precautionary measures taken at the CNG station.
The exact conditions of the injured and the verification of the confirmed death are pending further updates.
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