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Three Burned as Fire Erupts During Gas Cylinder Leak Repair in Munger’s Dharhara, Bihar
✍️ Amar Ujala · Bihar
🗓 29 Oct 2026, 06:16 PM
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A fire broke out while workers were fixing a leaking gas cylinder in Dharhara, Munger district, leaving three people with burns; medical treatment is ongoing.
On Thursday, a fire ignited in the Dharhara police‑station area of Munger district, Bihar, as a team was attempting to repair a leaking gas cylinder. The blaze erupted suddenly, catching the workers on site off guard.
The incident injured three individuals, including a delivery employee of the gas agency and two other persons present at the scene. All three suffered burn injuries of varying severity.
Local fire‑fighting units arrived promptly, extinguished the flames and transported the victims to the nearest hospital. Medical staff have begun treatment, and the injured remain under observation.
Police have opened an inquiry to determine the exact cause of the leak and the subsequent fire, emphasizing the need for stricter safety protocols during cylinder handling.
Authorities have urged the public to report any gas leaks immediately and to refrain from attempting repairs without qualified personnel.
The incident injured three individuals, including a delivery employee of the gas agency and two other persons present at the scene. All three suffered burn injuries of varying severity.
Local fire‑fighting units arrived promptly, extinguished the flames and transported the victims to the nearest hospital. Medical staff have begun treatment, and the injured remain under observation.
Police have opened an inquiry to determine the exact cause of the leak and the subsequent fire, emphasizing the need for stricter safety protocols during cylinder handling.
Authorities have urged the public to report any gas leaks immediately and to refrain from attempting repairs without qualified personnel.