Bride and groom among 8 killed in gas cylinder blast at wedding in Pakistan’s capital
AP News••world
Key Points:
- A gas cylinder explosion at a wedding reception in Islamabad, Pakistan, killed at least eight people, including the bride and groom, and injured seven others.
- The blast occurred early Sunday while guests were sleeping, causing part of the house to collapse and damaging nearby homes.
- Authorities, including Islamabad police and government officials, are investigating the cause of the explosion.
- Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed condolences, ordered a full investigation, and directed health authorities to provide the best treatment for the injured.
- The use of liquefied petroleum gas cylinders, common in Pakistani households due to low natural gas pressure, has been linked to previous deadly accidents involving gas leaks.
