Ambala fire AMBALA: A devastating cylinder blast in Ambala’s Friends Colony on Thursday led to a massive fire, claiming lives of a 1.5-year-old boy and his 31-year-old mother, and leaving her 13-year-old daughter critically injured. The deceased were identified as Ekta and her son Priyans, while her daughter Tanushka is critically injured. Officials confirmed that the blaze intensified due to a large quantity of diesel stored inside the house, turning the incident into a major tragedy. Firefighters have since brought the fire under control, but the house was completely gutted.According to eyewitnesses, the house was being used for making gachak (sweet made of peanuts and jaggery), when a loud explosion shook the area. The impact triggered flames that shot high into the sky, fuelled by the diesel stored in drums. Neighbours reported seeing the house engulfed within minutes, and the fire quickly spread to an adjacent property before the blaze could be contained.Fire brigade teams rescued the three occupants trapped inside and rushed them to the Civil Hospital. Despite receiving medical care, the child and the woman succumbed to their injuries. The injured teenage girl was referred to a higher medical facility at PGI, Chandigarh for advanced treatment.Dr Aditi from the Civil Hospital, Ambala City confirmed the casualties, stating that the victims suffered severe burn injuries. “A 1.5-year-old child and a 32-year-old woman were brought dead. A 13-year-old girl has been referred due to critical condition,” she said.SDM Darshan Kumar, who reached the site, said preliminary findings indicate that the fire was caused by a cylinder blast. “An investigation is underway to determine the exact cause,” he noted.Fire brigade officials informed that four fire tenders were pressed into service. “We received information about a cylinder blast. Four vehicles were dispatched one after another, and the fire was brought under control. Three people trapped inside were rescued,” an officer said.Officials are continuing to probe the circumstances leading up to the blast and the large stock of diesel inside the residential premises.Investigation officer from Ambala City police station, Roshan, said that Priyansh and Ekta could not be saved while Tanushka is undergoing treatment. To a query about gachak unit being run in residential area, Roshan said the matter is being investigated.About the AuthorJaskaran SinghDaily news reporting from the field of agriculture, farmers, crime, health, environment, education, politics, and feature articles from Ambala (with coverage of Kurukshetra & Yamunanagar).Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosImran Khan Health Rumour: PTI Holds Sit In Outside Adiala Jail, KP CM Sohail Afridi Stages ProtestRam Madhav Challenges ‘No-Religion’ Narrative in White Collar Terror DebateAustralia Says India Is Now A Leading Global Power, Credits PM Modi For Transforming World DynamicsOusted PM Sheikh Hasina Faces Fresh Conviction as Court Awards 21-Year TermPM Modi Announces Major Move Allowing Private Players Into Nuclear Sector To Spur Advanced ReactorsExplained: Why Vikram-I Could Transform India’s Satellite Launch Market And Global Space Leadership‘Pak, Bangladesh, US…’: BJP Alleges Congress Using Foreign ‘X’ Accounts to Set India’s NarrativePakistan’s Adiala Jail Issues Statement On Imran Khan’s Health Amid Viral Death RumoursThe Indrajaal Ranger: India Unveils AI-Enabled Anti-Drone Patrol Vehicle In HyderabadBrahMos Diplomacy Peaks As Rajnath Singh Deepens India-Indonesia Defence Ties In Indo-Pacific Shift123PhotostoriesMillie Bobby Brown’s promotional looks for ‘Stranger Things 5’Despite 180 flops and 47 disasters, THIS actor became a cult icon in Russia — His name will surprise youStressed at work? Doctor explains you could be closer to diabetes than you think5 best utensils for daily cooking and how much nutrients they can retainRestricted skies: 5 no-fly zones in India and why planes avoid themDhanush to Kriti Sanon: 5 best fashion looks of the day that are setting major style goals10 surprising things about pregnancy that no one tells you10 unique seven-letter baby names loved by new parentsHow to make South Indian-Style Beetroot Poha for BreakfastSigns that Shani is Upset With You123Hot PicksDelhi AQI TodayNew Labour CodeWorld NewsGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingDeion SandersAyesha CurryTaylor SwiftMarqury CollinsStefon DiggsSaudi Prince Mohammed Bin SalmanCharlie McAvoyWPL Auction Who Got WhomSteveWillDoIt ControversyCandace Owens
AMBALA: A devastating cylinder blast in Ambala’s Friends Colony on Thursday led to a massive fire, claiming lives of a 1.5-year-old boy and his 31-year-old mother, and leaving her 13-year-old daughter critically injured. The deceased were identified as Ekta and her son Priyans, while her daughter Tanushka is critically injured. Officials confirmed that the blaze intensified due to a large quantity of diesel stored inside the house, turning the incident into a major tragedy. Firefighters have since brought the fire under control, but the house was completely gutted.According to eyewitnesses, the house was being used for making
gachak
(sweet made of peanuts and jaggery), when a loud explosion shook the area. The impact triggered flames that shot high into the sky, fuelled by the diesel stored in drums. Neighbours reported seeing the house engulfed within minutes, and the fire quickly spread to an adjacent property before the blaze could be contained.Fire brigade teams rescued the three occupants trapped inside and rushed them to the Civil Hospital. Despite receiving medical care, the child and the woman succumbed to their injuries. The injured teenage girl was referred to a higher medical facility at PGI, Chandigarh for advanced treatment.Dr Aditi from the Civil Hospital, Ambala City confirmed the casualties, stating that the victims suffered severe burn injuries. “A 1.5-year-old child and a 32-year-old woman were brought dead. A 13-year-old girl has been referred due to critical condition,” she said.SDM Darshan Kumar, who reached the site, said preliminary findings indicate that the fire was caused by a cylinder blast. “An investigation is underway to determine the exact cause,” he noted.Fire brigade officials informed that four fire tenders were pressed into service. “We received information about a cylinder blast. Four vehicles were dispatched one after another, and the fire was brought under control. Three people trapped inside were rescued,” an officer said.Officials are continuing to probe the circumstances leading up to the blast and the large stock of diesel inside the residential premises.Investigation officer from Ambala City police station, Roshan, said that Priyansh and Ekta could not be saved while Tanushka is undergoing treatment. To a query about gachak unit being run in residential area, Roshan said the matter is being investigated.
