Fire Engulfs Speeding Train in Pakistan, Killing More Than 70
- 4 years ago
More than 70 people have been killed and dozens more injured after fire engulfed a passenger train in central Pakistan.
The train was reportedly traveling from the southern city of Karachi to Rawalpindi when a gas cylinder exploded, engulfing three carriages full of passengers.
According to Officials the incident was sparked when passengers went against regulations and used two gas stoves to cook breakfast.
Authorities say many of the victims died when they jumped from the moving train to escape the blaze.
Prime Minister Imran Khan offered his condolences and prayers to those affected by the tragedy.
He ordered an immediate investigation, along with full-scale measures to provide the injured with medical care.
The train was reportedly traveling from the southern city of Karachi to Rawalpindi when a gas cylinder exploded, engulfing three carriages full of passengers.
According to Officials the incident was sparked when passengers went against regulations and used two gas stoves to cook breakfast.
Authorities say many of the victims died when they jumped from the moving train to escape the blaze.
Prime Minister Imran Khan offered his condolences and prayers to those affected by the tragedy.
He ordered an immediate investigation, along with full-scale measures to provide the injured with medical care.