Gas Cylinder Blast Sparks Fire in Dharavi, Damages Four Vehicles

A fire erupted on Monday in Dharavi following a blast from two gas cylinders in a truck, causing damage to four vehicles. No injuries were reported. Authorities have detained the truck driver for questioning as they investigate the cause of the incident.

A fire ignited in Dharavi on Monday night following the explosion of two gas cylinders in a truck, according to local police. No injuries were reported, but significant damage occurred as four vehicles were affected by the blaze.

The incident unfolded at around 9:50pm near Nature Park, PNGP Colony on Sion-Dharavi Link Road, inciting panic and a major traffic jam in the area. The truck driver was promptly taken into custody by the Dharavi police for further investigation.

Civic officials reported that the level 2 fire was extinguished by 10:07pm with assistance from 19 fire-tenders. Investigations are underway to determine the precise cause of the fire.

(With inputs from agencies.)