Child dies in gas explosion

KARACHI: A powerful gas cylinder explosion in Bismillah Residency near Hyderi killed child, while a girl and a woman were injured.

The explosion occurred on Sunday morning in a flat on the tenth floor of the building due to a gas leak.

Upon receiving information, fire brigade and rescue teams rushed the scene and started rescue operations.

Four fire brigade vehicles, 2 snorkels, and one bowser participated in controlling the fire. The building was evacuated after the incident.

Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) District Central, Dr Muhammad Imran Khan, was present at the scene.