Couple Suffers Burns After LPG Blast in Their Home

A couple suffered burns after an LPG gas tank exploded inside their two-story house in Barangay Central, Quezon City. A fire incident refers to any unexpected or uncontrolled outbreak of fire that causes damage to property, injuries, or loss of life. It can occur in homes, buildings, vehicles, forests, or other areas due to various reasons like faulty electrical wiring, gas leaks, unattended cooking, or arson.

Fire incidents can range from small, quickly extinguished fires to large-scale disasters requiring emergency response teams. Authorities like the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) in the Philippines or the fire department in other countries investigate fire incidents to determine the cause and prevent future occurrences. Recently, a two-story house in Barangay Central, Quezon City, went up in flames after a reported explosion from an LPG gas tank.



The couple who owned the house, who were cooking at the time, suffered burns. Residents of the BFD compound were startled around 2 a.m.

when the fire broke out. The Bureau of Fire Protection quickly raised it to the first alarm, prompting an emergency response. At least eight fire trucks rushed to the scene to control the flames.

Firefighters battled the fire for over 30 minutes before finally putting it out. According to the initial investigation, the couple was preparing food when the gas tank suddenly exploded. The blast caused severe burns on their arms and hands, and they were immediately taken to the hospital for treatment.

Aside from the destruction of their home, the fire also burned a huge amount of money belonging to one of their children, who chose not to comment on the incident. The family was only able to save a few clothes before the flames consumed their belongings. Authorities are still assessing the total damage caused by the fire.

Investigators continue to look into what exactly triggered the explosion, as safety concerns about LPG tanks remain a major issue in residential areas. The social media users expressed their reactions to the incident :.