A gas cylinder explosion caused a fire at a house in Rząśnik on Jan. 22, injuring two men.
Incident Details
A gas cylinder explosion led to a fire at a residential building in Rząśnik municipality. Two men, aged 54 and 60, sustained injuries and were hospitalized. The blast occurred during a gas cylinder exchange, throwing the 54-year-old outside the building. Both victims are out of danger.
Emergency Response
At approximately 18:15 on Jan. 22, Wyszków police responded to the fire. Eight vehicles and 31 firefighters were deployed, along with medical teams and energy emergency services. The injured men were transported to the hospital.
Safety Warning
Police urge extreme caution when handling gas cylinders and hazardous materials. They stress the importance of reading instructions and following safety rules to prevent tragic incidents.