Rescue workers recover a victim’s body amid the debris of a collapsed building following an explosion, in Karachi on Thursday. (AFP)
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News1819-02-2026, 16:05

Karachi Gas Explosion: 16 Dead, 14 Injured as Building Collapses

  • A gas explosion in Karachi caused a residential building to collapse, killing 16 people and injuring 14.
  • The incident occurred around 4:15 am during Sehri, with the explosion on the building's first floor.
  • Victims include eight minors, four women, and four men, aged between two and 60 years.
  • Sindh Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah ordered expedited rescue operations, medical aid, and an investigation.
  • The building was deemed illegal, and Karachi is known for poor construction and lax regulations.

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