Four killed in gas cylinder blast in Matiari

MATIARI (HRNW) At least four laborers died in a gas cylinder blast in New Saidabad of Matiari district, media reported on Tuesday.

According to rescue sources, the gas cylinder blast occurred at an ice factory while workers were carrying out their daily tasks.

As a result, three people died on the spot, while another was critically injured and was shifted to hospital. Later, the injured worker also succumbed to his wounds.

Soon after the incident, rescue teams reached the spot and cordoned off the area. Meanwhile, police have launched an investigation into the incident.