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Four family members killed in refrigerator explosion in Karnataka
A tragic domestic accident claimed four lives in Karnataka when a refrigerator exploded inside a residential home. Two other family members sustained serious injuries in the incident, authorities said.
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Four members of a family were killed and two others sustained serious injuries after a refrigerator exploded at their residence in Karnataka, police confirmed on Tuesday.
The incident occurred at the family's home in the state, though exact details regarding the cause of the explosion remained under investigation. Local police and emergency services responded to the scene following reports of the explosion.
The two injured family members were reported to be in serious condition following the blast. Authorities have launched an investigation into the circumstances that led to the refrigerator malfunction and subsequent explosion.
The incident has raised concerns about appliance safety in households. Refrigerator explosions, though rare, can occur due to various factors including gas leakage, electrical malfunctions, or manufacturing defects. The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to determine the exact cause of this fatal incident.