Cylinder Blast Sparks Fire in Wazirpur: Woman Injured

A fire erupted from a cylinder blast in Wazirpur Industrial Area, injuring a woman. The blaze spread to nearby shanties but was controlled within an hour. Emergency services responded promptly, and a detailed investigation into the incident is ongoing.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 02-06-2025 10:25 IST | Created: 02-06-2025 09:27 IST
Cylinder Blast Sparks Fire in Wazirpur: Woman Injured
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A fire erupted in the Wazirpur Industrial Area due to a cylinder explosion, injuring a woman early Monday, according to officials. Flames spread to four nearby jhuggis before they were brought under control.

Officials from the Delhi Fire Service stated that they received the report of the incident at 7.54 am and dispatched a fire truck to the scene. The blaze was successfully controlled by 8.40 am.

Fire officials confirmed that one woman sustained injuries and received immediate medical attention. The extent of her injuries remains undetermined, and a comprehensive investigation into the incident is ongoing.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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