Explosion of gas boiler in the village of Pegehry
As a result of the explosion of a gas boiler in the village of Pegehry in the Vasylkiv community of the Kyiv region, two children were injured. The incident occurred in a private residential building with an area of 150 square meters, which caused a fire. The victims were children born in 2017 and 2022. Their father independently took the children to the hospital for medical assistance.
Other incidents in Kyiv region
In addition, other explosions have been recorded in the Kyiv region. In particular, an explosion of a gas cylinder occurred in a private house in Obukhiv. Also, in the village of Baryshivka, there was an explosion of a boiler during repair work. As a result of this incident, a 69-year-old locksmith suffered serious injuries, including:
- thermal burns to the face;
- burns to the hands;
- burns to the left shin;
- rib fractures;
- facial bone fractures.
These events highlight the importance of following safety rules when using gas equipment. Explosions of gas boilers and cylinders can have serious consequences for people's health, so it is essential to strictly adhere to instructions and recommendations from specialists. It is important to ensure proper maintenance of gas systems to avoid similar incidents in the future.