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Two Injured After Car Catches Fire in Vadodara's Navayard, CNG Cylinder Explosion Suspected

By GS Team
5 Nov 20262 mins read
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Car fire and explosion in Vadodara's Navayard injures two, including a woman. Flying debris caused panic as emergency teams responded. A gas leak or CNG system issue is suspected, with police and forensic experts investigating the exact cause.

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Two Injured After Car Catches Fire in Vadodara's Navayard, CNG Cylinder Explosion Suspected

Two people, including a woman, were injured after a car caught fire and exploded in Vadodara's Navayard area late Wednesday night. The powerful explosion sent car parts flying across the road and caused panic among local residents. The incident took place in the Ramwadi area behind Fatehganj police station, shortly after midnight on November 5.

According to initial reports, the car was parked in the area when it suddenly caught fire. The flames quickly spread through the vehicle, and a loud explosion followed. The blast was so powerful that several parts of the car, including metal pieces and glass, were thrown away from the spot. The sudden sound woke up nearby residents, many of whom rushed out of their homes. 

Two People Injured as Car Parts Fly Across the Road

Two people, including a woman, suffered injuries in the incident after being hit by flying pieces of the vehicle. The injured were rushed for medical treatment. The explosion also created panic in the neighbourhood, as people feared further blasts from the burning car. According to local reports, the vehicle was badly damaged in the explosion. 

Fire Brigade and Police Reach the Spot

After receiving information about the incident, fire brigade teams and Fatehganj police reached the spot. Firefighters worked to control the flames and prevent the fire from spreading to nearby areas. Police also took steps to control the situation and secure the area. The emergency teams managed to bring the situation under control.

Initial reports suggest that a gas leak or a problem with the car's CNG system may have caused the fire and explosion. However, the exact reason behind the incident has not yet been confirmed. Police are taking help from forensic experts to examine the damaged vehicle and collect evidence. They are also investigating the circumstances that led to the fire and subsequent explosion. The investigation is underway, and the exact cause of the explosion is yet to be established.