[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Yoon Yoseop] At around 7:53 a.m. on the 18th, an LPG (liquefied petroleum) gas explosion occurred in the kitchen on the second floor of a detached house in Yeongdo-gu, Busan, injuring one person.


According to the Busan Metropolitan Police Agency, the homeowner A (57) was injured in the leg, and some windows and ceiling were damaged due to the explosion's impact.


A stated to the police, "The explosion suddenly occurred the moment I ignited the gas stove to cook food."



The police and fire authorities are investigating the exact cause of the accident, referring to A's statement.

At 7:53 a.m. on the 18th, liquefied petroleum (LP) gas exploded in the kitchen on the second floor of a detached house in Yeongdo-gu, Busan, severely damaging some windows and the ceiling. (Photo by Busan Police Agency)

At 7:53 a.m. on the 18th, liquefied petroleum (LP) gas exploded in the kitchen on the second floor of a detached house in Yeongdo-gu, Busan, severely damaging some windows and the ceiling. (Photo by Busan Police Agency)

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