Bengaluru, India – Residents of West of Chord Road in Basaveshwara Nagar were jolted on Saturday evening by an explosion that shook a car garage located on the ground floor of a three-story residential building. The fire, believed to have originated from a gas welding machine, quickly spread to the vehicles, triggering the explosion that left four individuals injured, including the garage owner identified as George and his assistant Shivu.
Witnesses described a scene of chaos and panic as the impact of the explosion caused windows and doors of the building to shake, prompting nearby residents to scramble for safety. Fire and Emergency Service personnel swiftly responded to the incident, deploying two fire tenders to extinguish the flames and rescue the injured individuals, who were later transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Authorities, including S. Girish, DCP west division, and BBMP officials, arrived at the scene to oversee the investigation into the cause of the explosion. Initial findings suggested a gas leak from the welding machine as the likely trigger, but further probes were underway to determine the exact circumstances leading to the mishap. Police indicated that a thorough examination would be conducted to determine if any violations by the garage owner had contributed to the incident, with appropriate action to follow as necessary.
As the community grappled with the aftermath of the explosion, concerns about safety and regulatory compliance were at the forefront of discussions among residents and officials alike. The incident served as a stark reminder of the potential dangers posed by industrial activities in residential areas, prompting calls for heightened vigilance and enforcement of safety protocols to prevent similar accidents in the future.
In light of the explosion’s impact on both property and individuals, efforts were underway to assess the extent of the damage and provide support to those affected by the incident. Authorities assured the public that all necessary measures would be taken to ensure the safety and well-being of the community moving forward, as they continued their investigation into the root causes of the explosion.