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A gas cylinder exploded after a wedding reception at a home early Sunday PakistanAt least eight people died in the capital, including the bride and groom, police and officials said.
Guests who had gathered to celebrate the couple were reportedly sleeping in the house when the blast occurred, causing part of the house to collapse. Islamabad police.
Seven people were injured.
The explosion occurred in a residential area in the city center, police said in a statement.
Government official Sahibzada Yousaf said authorities had been alerted to the blast earlier on Sunday and were still investigating. Some nearby homes were also damaged, he said.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif He expressed sadness at the loss of life and offered his condolences to the families of the victims, according to a statement from his office. He directed health authorities to ensure the injured received the best possible treatment and ordered a full investigation.
Due to low natural gas pressure, many Pakistani households rely on LPG cylinders, which have been linked to fatal accidents caused by gas leaks. Police said the investigation is ongoing.