Pune: Gas Leaks Trigger Two Major Fires: One Injured in Aundhgaon, Family of Four Hurt in Wadkar Mala
Pune, 28th May 2025: A major fire broke out in a residential house at Junawane Residency near Gurudwara in Aundhgaon, Pune, after a suspected gas leak from a kitchen cylinder. The incident, which occurred around 12 noon on Wednesday, left one person severely injured.
Firefighters Rescue Injured Man, Prevent Explosion
The Aundh Fire Station responded immediately to the emergency call and found 38-year-old Dattatray Kisan Bhandalkar trapped inside the burning house. Firefighters rescued him in critical condition and rushed him to a nearby hospital.
The blaze had engulfed the kitchen and bedroom, causing significant damage. Firefighters also safely removed two gas cylinders from the bedroom to prevent further explosions. The fire was brought under control and fully extinguished shortly after.
#PMCPune औंध गाव, गुरुव्दाराजवळ एका घरामध्ये गॅस सिलेंडरमुळे आग; अग्निशमन दलाकडून आगीवर नियंत्रण तर एक इसम आगीत भाजल्याने जखमी. रुग्णालयात रवाना #punefire
— Nilesh Sharad Mahajan (@Nileshmahajn101) May 28, 2025
Gas Leak Suspected as Cause
Preliminary investigations indicate that the fire was caused by a gas leak from a domestic LPG cylinder. Authorities are assessing the extent of the damage and reviewing safety measures to prevent similar incidents.
Second Gas Leak Incident in Pune Raises Safety Concerns
In a separate incident in Wadkar Mala, another gas leak led to a powerful explosion, injuring a family of four. The couple suffered 80% burns, while their two children sustained 40% burns. Officials suspect a loose stove knob caused the leak, which ignited when the stove was lit.
#PMCPune महंमदवाडी, वाडकर मळा येथे पहाटे चार वाजता एका घरामध्ये आग लागून कुटूंबातील चारजण भाजल्याने जखमी झाले आहेत. अग्निशमन दलाने घटनास्थळी धाव घेत आग विझविली. आगीचे नेमके कारण समजू शकले नाही #punefire pic.twitter.com/5YWHdUtKAB
— Nilesh Sharad Mahajan (@Nileshmahajn101) May 28, 2025
These back-to-back incidents have raised serious concerns about household gas safety in Pune. Authorities have urged residents to check gas connections regularly and report leaks immediately to avoid accidents.
Fire Safety Awareness Crucial
The Pune Fire Brigade’s swift action prevented further casualties in both incidents. However, the accidents highlight the need for public awareness on gas safety protocols, especially in densely populated areas.
Updates on the victims’ conditions and further investigations are awaited.
