Fridge Blast Kills Three in Mumbai: Understanding the Dangers of Refrigerator Explosions

• A severe refrigerator explosion in Goregaon, Mumbai, led to the death of three family members in a fire.
• Refrigerator explosions are typically caused by the compressor, located at the back, not the entire unit.
• Compressor explosions occur when gas pathways are blocked, leading to excessive pressure buildup from circulating refrigerant.
• Flammable gases like isobutane, if leaked and accumulated, can ignite from a small spark, causing a major explosion.
• Old refrigerators (over 15 years) with weakened components and excessive ice buildup increase the risk of overheating and explosion.

Why It Matters: Refrigerator explosions, often due to compressor issues or gas leaks, pose serious risks, especially with older units.