Chaman Gas Cylinder Explosion Kills 7 Children, 25 Injured

On February 26, 2026, a tragic gas cylinder explosion in the Torpal area of Chaman resulted in the deaths of seven individuals, including five innocent children, and left 25 others injured. The incident occurred when a gas cylinder, weighing approximately 20 kilograms, exploded in a home where children and women had gathered to prepare lassi. According to Hum News, 'the blast created a horrifying situation,' leading to the destruction of multiple rooms in the house. Emergency services were promptly deployed, and the police confirmed that 'five children's bodies were recovered from the rubble.' The local authorities have urged citizens to stay away from the affected area to facilitate rescue operations and prevent any further incidents.