New Delhi, February 22 An LPG cylinder exploded while fire and police personnel were trying to extinguish a house fire in northwest Delhi's Majlis Park on Sunday, leaving 13 injured, officials said.
The cylinder blast injured six police and fire personnel who were deployed at the house where a fire broke out around 9 am. Several local residents who were present in or near the building also sustained injuries at that time.
Police and fire brigade teams rushed to the scene and began firefighting and rescue operations.
"During the operation, an LPG cylinder exploded, causing injuries to several personnel engaged in extinguishing the flames and evacuating residents," a senior police officer said.
Three police personnel from the Adarsh Nagar police station and three officials from the Wazirpur Fire Office sustained injuries in the incident.
All the injured were initially taken to Babu Jagjivan Ram Memorial Hospital for treatment. Due to the severity of their injuries, they were later referred to Safdarjung Hospital for further medical care, the officer said, adding that their condition is being monitored.
The fire was brought under control after sustained efforts by the fire department. Authorities are assessing the extent of damage caused to vehicles and property parked in the stilt area.
A preliminary investigation is underway to determine the cause of the fire. Police said they are investigating whether the blaze originated from an electrical short circuit or an LPG leak in the parking area.