Pilibhit Horror: Gas Cylinder Blast Leaves 4 Injured During Regulator Change
A routine regulator change turned into a nightmare in Pilibhit, UP, as a gas cylinder explosion left four family members injured.
A routine morning chore turned into a scene of chaos in Patipura village, located under the Bisalpur Kotwali area of Pilibhit, Uttar Pradesh. A gas cylinder explosion Pilibhit residents witnessed on Wednesday morning has left four members of a single family with burn injuries.
A Routine Task Turns Deadly
The tragedy unfolded at the home of Vipin Kumar. The family was in the process of replacing an empty Indane gas cylinder to prepare their meals. However, as the regulator was being attached to the new cylinder, a leak occurred. The escaping gas quickly filled the area and ignited the moment it came into contact with a nearby stove that was already lit.
The resulting flare-up was instantaneous and violent. Vipin Kumar, who was handling the cylinder, bore the brunt of the blast and suffered severe burns.
Heroic Rescue Efforts Lead to More Injuries
In a desperate bid to save Vipin from the flames, other family members rushed into the danger zone. This act of bravery, however, resulted in further casualties. His wife, Sheetal, daughter-in-law Sudha Devi, and another relative, Vinit, were all injured while attempting to rescue him from the fire.
Community Response and Medical Emergency
The sound of the explosion and the subsequent screams alerted the neighbors. Local villagers immediately rushed to the residence to help fight the blaze, managing to contain the fire until the official fire brigade arrived to fully extinguish the flames and secure the premises.
Hospitalization and Current Status
All four victims were rushed to the Bisalpur Community Health Centre (CHC) for emergency medical attention. While primary treatment was administered to everyone, the condition of two victims remained critical:
- Vipin Kumar: Referred to the district hospital due to the severity of his burns.
- Sudha Devi: Also transferred to the district hospital for specialized care.
Police Investigation Underway
Local police officials have reached the site of the accident to conduct a thorough inspection. Authorities are currently gathering information from witnesses and the victims' family to determine the exact cause of the leak and whether any safety lapses contributed to the explosion. An official investigation into the incident has been initiated.