With two more deaths, toll in Multan LPG browser blast rises to 13

Two more persons, who had received injuries from the explosion of an LPG bowser in Multan’s area of Hamidpur Kanwar, died on Saturday morning, taking the total number of people dying in the incident to 13, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.  

28-year-old Arshad and 40-year-old Shehnaz were under treatment at Nishtar Hospital’s Burns Unit.

Over 53 per cent of Arshad’s body had been burnt due to the explosion.  

As many as 26 persons are still admitted at the Burns Unit. 

Five days ago, a tragic incident had taken place in Multan’s Industrial Estate when an LPG-filled bowser exploded, resulting in the deaths of six people and injuries to 38 others.

Rescue officials stated that the explosion caused fragments of the bowser to fall near Hamidpur Chowk, damaging a number of houses as well.  

The blast also triggered a massive fire that engulfed surrounding warehouses and people’s residences. 

The rescue teams promptly arrived at the scene, initiating operations to evacuate affected residents and extinguish the flames. 

The area’s electricity and gas supplies were immediately disconnected to prevent further damage.

According to Rescue 1122 sources, all 38 injured individuals were shifted to Nishtar Hospital for treatment, while the deaths of six people were confirmed on the spot.

Of 28 injured persons, six were shifted to the hospital's burn unit in a serious condition.

Fire brigade vehicles managed to bring the fire under control after extensive efforts.

The fire brigade development authorities confirmed that the fire had been fully extinguished, and the operation to rescue and assist affected residents has concluded.

Multan City Police Officer (CPO) Sadiq Ali stated that several houses were destroyed, and livestock perished in the blaze, adding gas leakage from the tanker persists, prompting authorities to evacuate the area.

Reporter: Bilal Khan Niazi