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Over 20 wounded after LPG refilling station explodes in Pasig City

12 Jan, 2017
Over 20 wounded after LPG refilling station explodes in Pasig CityOver 20 wounded after LPG refilling station explodes in Pasig City

At least 23 people were wounded after an explosion in an LPG refilling station in Pasig City. The resulting explosion also burned down a nearby gas station.

They tried to put out the fire themselves, but it spread to the nearby gasoline station

Over 20 people were injured after an explosion in an LPG refilling station in Pasig City. The resulting explosion caused a fire that spread to the adjoining gasoline station which caused it to burn down.

Victims of the explosion suffered from third degree burns, and they were taken to the Rizal Medical Center for treatment.

According to an investigation conducted by the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP), the explosion happened just past midnight, but it was only reported after 1 a.m. According to them, the employees said that they tried to put out the fire themselves, but since they were unable to, it spread to the nearby gasoline station.

At around 2:34 a.m., the fire was declared under control, and a fire-out was announced at 3:10 a.m. Damage to property was estimated to be around 20 million pesos according to the BFP.

Thankfully, no one died in the blaze.

Go to the next page for some LPG safety tips.

LPG safety tips

LPG sure has made our lives more convenient. However, it can be very dangerous if we're not responsible and if we don't follow these important safety tips:

  • Always make sure that the LPG tank has the company seal and the safety cap intact. If you see that the cap has been tampered with, it's best to return the tank to the supplier.
  • If you see any damage or potential leaks in the tank, immediately call the distributor so that they can send a mechanic to check the situation and assist you further. It's best to avoid doing any self-repairs on LPG tanks as it can be very dangerous.
  • Make sure to turn off your LPG tanks using the regulator knob after use. Even if you turn off the stove burners, it's just as important to turn off the main gas source to ensure that there are no accidental leaks.
  • Keep LPG tanks well away from any sources of heat, and be sure to keep it in a well-ventilated area in order to ensure that there's no build-up of gas in case there's a possible leak.
  • If you smell a leak, make sure to turn on all of the windows in your home and put out any open flames or anything that might start a fire. You should also avoid turning on any electrical switches as it can cause sparks which can start a fire.

Sources: news.mb.com.ph, mylpg.in

READ: Power bank left in the car explodes and bursts into flames

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