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Karachi Gas Blast Kills 16

A devastating gas explosion ripped through a residential building in Karachi, Pakistan, killing at least 16 people and injuring many more as it collapsed during the early hours of Ramadan. Authorities are now investigating the cause of the blast, which tragically struck residents preparing for their pre-dawn meal, adding a somber dimension to the holy month.

Karachi Gas Blast Kills 16
  • A gas explosion in a residential building in Karachi, Pakistan, resulted in the deaths of at least 16 people and left several others injured.
  • The incident, which also caused the building to collapse, occurred during the early hours of Ramadan.
  • According to Reuters, residents were preparing for their pre-dawn meal when the blast happened.
  • Local authorities are currently investigating the cause of the explosion, as reported by The Associated Press.
  • The significant loss of life and injuries highlight the devastating impact of the incident on the community.
  • BBC News noted that the timing of the explosion during the holy month of Ramadan adds a tragic dimension to the event.
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