Reported 8 months ago
A gas explosion occurred this morning at a market on Minsheng Road in Daxi District, Taoyuan. A motorcycle rider accidentally broke a gas pipeline while passing through the market, causing a father and son surnamed Jian to be burned as they tried to shut off the gas. Both sustained burn injuries on 50% and 20% of their bodies respectively, but are currently in stable condition after receiving medical treatment. Firefighters arrived at the scene to find the fire already extinguished by the public. Investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause of the explosion, with authorities reminding the public to report gas leaks immediately to prevent accidents.
Source: YAHOO