CNG-Fitted Car Explodes in Vadodara, Five Injured as Metal Debris Flies Hundreds of Metres
The Freedom Press
Vadodara Nov 06: A powerful explosion in a parked CNG-fitted car triggered panic in the Navi Ramwadi locality of Vadodara, Gujarat, leaving five people injured. The incident occurred after the vehicle suddenly caught fire before its CNG cylinder exploded with tremendous force.
CCTV footage of the incident has surfaced on social media, showing the car engulfed in flames moments before the massive blast. The explosion was so powerful that it ripped apart parts of the vehicle, sending sharp metal fragments and debris flying across the surrounding area. Reports said some fragments travelled up to 200 metres, injuring people nearby.
The sudden explosion created panic among residents and passers-by, while the injured were taken for medical treatment. Police initiated an investigation to determine the circumstances that led to the fire and subsequent explosion.
The incident has once again highlighted the potential dangers of vehicle fires involving CNG systems and the importance of proper safety inspections and maintenance.
