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world1 day ago

LPG Blast at Islamabad Wedding Leaves Eight Dead, Including Couple

A gas cylinder explosion at a wedding in Islamabad killed eight people, including the bride and groom, and injured seven as part of the home collapsed and nearby houses were damaged. Authorities launched an investigation, with rescue workers pulling victims from rubble; the incident prompted the prime minister to express condolences and urge safety education to prevent similar accidents.

local3 months ago

Partial Collapse of Bronx Apartment Building Causes Major Emergency

A gas explosion at NYCHA's Mitchel Houses in the Bronx caused a partial collapse of a high-rise building, but no injuries were reported. The explosion, believed to have originated in the boiler, led to the collapse of the chimney and part of the building's shaft. Residents were evacuated, and authorities are investigating the incident while working to restore services and ensure safety. The event occurred on the first day of NYCHA's heat season, raising concerns about boiler safety and infrastructure.

local-news3 months ago

Partial Collapse of Bronx High-Rise Following Explosion

A partial collapse of a 20-story high-rise in the Bronx occurred due to a suspected gas explosion, causing extensive damage along one side of the building. Emergency crews responded to the scene, and no injuries have been reported. The incident involved the collapse of an incinerator shaft, with debris and water damage observed, and authorities are investigating the situation.

local-news4 months ago

Multiple Explosions and Injuries in North Carolina Gas Line Incidents

A hit-and-run driver in Wilmington, North Carolina, crashed into a veterinary clinic causing a gas explosion that injured three firefighters. The driver, Jason Lee Beach, was charged with multiple offenses including DWI with serious injury, and fled the scene before being apprehended. The explosion occurred while firefighters were searching the building, which was empty at the time, and resulted in injuries but no civilian casualties.

world6 months ago

Rome Gas Station Explosion Injures Dozens

Pope Leo XIV expressed prayers for those affected by a gas station explosion in Rome that injured over 20 people, including emergency responders. The explosion, caused possibly by a pipeline detachment during refueling, damaged nearby buildings and a sports center, which was evacuated beforehand. No fatalities have been reported, and authorities continue to investigate the incident.