Rescue teams and firefighters quickly arrived on the scene, bringing the flames under control.
Deadly LPG tanker explosion in Multan claims 5 lives, dozens injured. A powerful explosion from an LPG tanker rocked the Multan Industrial Estate, resulting in the deaths of five people and leaving dozens injured. Local media reports indicate that two women, including a young girl, were among the victims of the tragic blast, which sparked a massive fire. The explosion caused debris from the tanker to scatter across nearby residential areas.
Rescue teams and firefighters quickly arrived on the scene, bringing the flames under control. Several homes in the area were destroyed, and livestock perished due to the intense heat. Search operations are ongoing in surrounding neighborhoods to ensure the safety of residents.
Authorities are still working to contain the gas leak from the tanker, and more than a dozen of the injured are reported to be in critical condition. An emergency has been declared at Nishtar Hospital, where the victims are being treated. Power and gas supplies have been cut off, and traffic has been disrupted. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation and will provide further updates as the rescue efforts continue.
