Mumbai Lift Explosion: How To Prevent Balloons From Turning Into 'Bombs'

• A recent incident in Mumbai involved gas-filled balloons exploding inside a residential building's lift, raising safety concerns.
• CCTV footage showed panic as balloons burst after a vendor entered the lift, prompting questions about the gas used.
• The explosion is believed to be caused by highly flammable hydrogen, a cheaper alternative to non-flammable helium.
• Experts advise avoiding gas-filled balloons from unknown sources and recommend air-filled balloons as safer.
• Safety tips include not overinflating balloons, keeping them away from heat, and buying good-quality balloons from reliable shops.