Truck fire in Uttar Pradesh causes multiple explosions

A truck loaded with over 300 LPG cylinders caught fire in Bareilly district, Uttar Pradesh, on Monday afternoon. The fire caused multiple explosions, alarming nearby villagers. According to officials, the truck belonged to Mahalaxmi Gas Agency and caught fire for reasons that are still unknown. The incident happened near Rajau Parsapur village. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries or deaths. Villagers quickly evacuated the area as the explosions created a loud noise that could be heard up to three kilometers away. Fragments of the cylinders were found scattered across fields nearly half a kilometer from the blast site. Emergency services, including police and firefighters, responded quickly. They worked for about two and a half hours to bring the fire under control.