Pune: Cylinder Leak Causes Fire In Aundh Residence; One InjuredÂ
Pune: Cylinder Leak Causes Fire In Aundh Residence; One InjuredÂ
Pune, May 28, 2025:
A major fire incident occurred today at around 12 noon in Junawane Residency near the Gurudwara in Aundh village, Pune. The fire broke out in a residential home, prompting a swift response from the Aundh Fire Station.
Upon arrival, fire brigade personnel found the house engulfed in flames. Inside, a man identified as Dattatray Kisan Bhandalkar, aged 38, was discovered severely injured and on fire. The firemen immediately rescued him and rushed him to a nearby hospital via ambulance. His condition remains critical, according to preliminary reports.
Firefighters acted swiftly to control and extinguish the blaze. The fire had spread across the kitchen and bedroom, causing extensive damage to household property. Two gas cylinders were safely removed from the bedroom area during the operation. Initial findings suggest that the fire was triggered by a gas leak from one of the cylinders.
The exact cause and full extent of the damages are under investigation, but officials suspect the fire originated due to leakage from a domestic gas cylinder which then caught fire, engulfing the kitchen and adjoining bedroom rapidly.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety protocols related to domestic gas storage and handling, especially in densely populated residential areas. Authorities have urged citizens to ensure regular maintenance of gas connections and to report any leakages promptly.
This alarming incident serves as a reminder of the importance of fire safety awareness in homes. The quick response from the fire department was instrumental in preventing further casualties and controlling the spread of the fire. More updates on the victim’s health and the damage assessment are awaited.
