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LPG Cylinder Explosion In Jharkhand's Palamu District Leaves Ten Injured

The mishap occurred when a gas-stove was turned on, triggering a devastating chain of events that caught the family and neighbors off guard, leading to immediate chaos and the need for urgent medical attention.

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A horrifying incident unfolded in Jharkhand's Palamu district as an LPG cylinder exploded at a house in Arurua village, leaving ten people injured on Monday. The unfortunate mishap occurred at the residence of Ajam Rizwi in the Hariharganj police station area when a gas-stove was turned on, leading to a devastating chain of events.

As the fire from the gas-stove spread to the nearby cylinder, the family immediately raised an alarm, seeking help from neighbors. In a desperate attempt to douse the blaze, the neighbors rushed to the scene, pouring water on the flames. However, the situation took a tragic turn when the cylinder suddenly exploded, catching everyone off guard, as reported by PTI.

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Among the ten injured victims, three women and three children suffered severe burns and were quickly taken to a nearby local hospital. Unfortunately, due to the critical condition of five individuals, they were later transferred to the renowned Medinirai Medical College and Hospital for more advanced treatment.

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