Balasore: A devastating fire broke out in Balaramgadi, under the Balasore Marine Police Station limits, when eight gas cylinders exploded simultaneously in a shop on Monday.
According to reports, the incident, was triggered by a short circuit in the premises of an unlicensed LPG dealer, causing widespread panic and destruction.
The intense blaze rapidly spread to nearby shops, engulfing the area in flames. The explosion and subsequent fire caused significant damage, with the full extent still under assessment.
Fire brigade teams promptly arrived at the scene and worked hard to extinguish the fire and prevent further spread.
Investigations are underway to determine the exact cause of the short circuit and to assess whether negligence played a role.
The incident has raised concerns about the regulation of gas cylinder businesses in the region, with calls for stricter enforcement of safety standards to prevent such tragedies in the future.
