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One dead in gas tank blast at Balasore fuel station in Odisha
✍️ Sambad English
🗓 29 Oct 2026, 08:04 AM
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A gas tank exploded at a fuel station in Balasore, Odisha, killing one person, officials said.
Balasore, Odisha witnessed a sudden explosion when a gas tank at a local fuel station detonated, resulting in a single fatality. The incident occurred during regular operating hours, and nearby residents reported hearing a loud blast followed by smoke.
Emergency services arrived promptly at the scene, securing the area and providing medical assistance. The victim, whose identity has not been disclosed, was pronounced dead at the site. No other injuries have been reported so far.
Local police have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the blast and to assess any safety lapses at the station. Authorities have urged fuel station operators to review storage protocols for hazardous materials.
The incident has raised concerns about the handling of gas cylinders in public fuel outlets across the state, prompting calls for stricter enforcement of safety regulations.
Emergency services arrived promptly at the scene, securing the area and providing medical assistance. The victim, whose identity has not been disclosed, was pronounced dead at the site. No other injuries have been reported so far.
Local police have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the blast and to assess any safety lapses at the station. Authorities have urged fuel station operators to review storage protocols for hazardous materials.
The incident has raised concerns about the handling of gas cylinders in public fuel outlets across the state, prompting calls for stricter enforcement of safety regulations.