At least five people were killed and 12 others injured after a gas explos*on on the first floor of a three-storey residential building in Soldier Bazaar No. 3, Karachi. The explosion caused a portion of the structure to collapse, prompting an immediate rescue operation.
Rescue teams pulled several people from the rubble, including a 14-year-old girl who was recovered in injured condition. Among the deceased were a 10-year-old girl and a 60-year-old man, while identification of another victim is underway. Authorities believe the explos*on may have been caused by a gas cylinder or gas suction machine leak.
Two individuals are still feared trapped under the debris as rescue efforts continue. Officials said narrow streets in the area have made the operation more challenging, while police have cordoned off the site to ensure safety.
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