CNG Car Explodes While Refuelling On NH-48 Near Gujarat’s Karjan, Two Vehicles Damaged
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A CNG car exploded while being refuelled at a station on NH-48 near Karjan in Gujarat on October 1, damaging two nearby vehicles but causing no casualties.
Gas Tank Bursts During Refuelling
The incident occurred in the afternoon at a CNG station opposite Jindal Company on National Highway-48.
According to information reported by The Times of India, the car’s gas tank reportedly burst while CNG was being filled, triggering a powerful explosion at the station.
The blast sent parts of the car’s rear body and shattered glass several metres from the vehicle, causing panic at the station.
No One Was Inside The Car
No one was inside the car when the explosion occurred, preventing a potentially serious incident from causing injuries or fatalities.
Two other vehicles parked nearby were also damaged in the blast, according to the report.
Fire Team And Police Reach Spot
Following the explosion, the Karjan fire team and police reached the CNG station and took safety measures.
The incident has also raised concerns about safety during CNG refuelling, with the circumstances surrounding the gas tank failure expected to be examined.
