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Oxygen cylinder explosion at Pakistan health centre kills 10

A blast at a medical facility in Sindh province has triggered a fire, with authorities investigating the incident.

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At a glance

  • Oxygen cylinder explosion at health centre in Sindh province
  • Fire broke out following the blast
  • Ten people killed in the incident
  • Authorities investigating the cause

An explosion involving an oxygen cylinder at a health centre in Sindh province, Pakistan, has killed ten people and sparked a fire at the facility. The incident occurred at an ambulance service location.

Authorities have launched an investigation into the blast. Details about the cause and circumstances surrounding the explosion remain under review.

Why it matters

The incident highlights safety concerns at medical facilities and emergency services infrastructure in the region.

Original reporting

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