Elderly man hospitalized after gas explosion in Constanța residence
A 72-year-old man suffered burns and limb injuries after a gas explosion in a Constanța apartment and was taken to hospital.
A powerful explosion occurred late Tuesday night in a dwelling on Fântânele Street, Constanța, caused by gas accumulation from a defective stove, according to one outlet Inspectorate for Emergency Situations. Responders from the Port Detachment arrived with three water-foam fire trucks, while a SMURD B2 ambulance and a CBRN team handled potential chemical hazards. The blast did not ignite a fire. A 72-year-old man was evacuated, conscious but with burns on his scalp and trauma to his upper limbs. He was treated at the scene and later moved to a hospital for further care.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the danger of faulty gas appliances and the need for prompt emergency response.
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