A gàs cylinder explosion triggered a house fire in Chifubu Township, Ndola, on January 22, 2025, at 19:00 hrs, leaving a woman and her niece injured.
According to Chifubu Police, Lydia Chisenga (25) reported the incident on behalf of her aunt, Gertrude Matanda (40). Matanda sustained burns on her legs, hands, and forehead, while her 18-year-old niece suffered burns on her knees and hands.
The two were cooking outside when they heard an explosion from the kitchen. They were rushed to Ndola Teaching Hospital, where they are in stable condition.
Police confirmed the fire was caused by a gas cylinder explosion, but neighbors managed to extinguish the flames before they spread further.
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Zambia Reports 2025