Overview
- The blast struck around 8:00 am in a Nadir Market home near Pepsi Road during breakfast preparations.
- The explosion caused a partial first-floor collapse and damaged adjoining buildings in the densely packed lane.
- Rescue 1122 and urban search-and-rescue teams pulled seven survivors from the rubble and recovered three bodies.
- The deceased were identified as Uzra, 55, Aftab, 19, and Saim, 2, while seven injured were transferred to Services and Mayo hospitals.
- Forensic experts are expected to examine the site as investigators probe a suspected gas leak and broader LPG safety risks tied to gas load-shedding.