Fire and LPG cylinder blast in Pimple Saudagar society flat; no one hurt

A fire broke out in a flat in Sai Marigold society in Pimple Saudagar on Monday, and an LPG cylinder then exploded. Personnel of the Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation (PCMC) fire brigade department reached the spot and brought the fire under control. No injuries or deaths have been reported.

The fire broke out in flat number A-704. It is said to have started in the balcony and spread from there to the inverter battery, air conditioner, television and other household items. During this time, a gas cylinder kept inside the flat exploded, worsening the situation. The exact cause of the fire has not yet been determined.

Personnel from the Rahatani sub-fire station reached the spot first and began firefighting and rescue work. Teams from Nehrunagar and the main fire station were also sent to help. Firefighters brought residents of the society out safely and doused the fire with water from hose pipes.

The air conditioner compressor, television, inverter battery, electrical wiring and other household goods were damaged. The air conditioner compressor and the television suffered the most damage.

After the fire was put out, personnel inspected the entire flat to make sure there was no risk of it flaring up again. The department confirmed that no one was injured in the incident.

Following the incident, the fire brigade department has appealed to people to be careful with domestic LPG cylinders. Residents have been advised not to operate any electrical switch if they suspect a gas leak. Instead, they should safely shut the main gas valve and open doors and windows so that the gas can escape.

The department also said that in an emergency, people should immediately call the fire brigade on 101 or 7030108991 (Pimpri main fire station).