7-year-old child among two killed in Dagupan City explosion, authorities investigate

• Two people, including a 7-year-old child, were killed in an explosion in Dagupan City, Pangasinan
• The blast happened inside a house in Barangay Bacayao Norte on Thursday evening
• Four others were injured, including the child’s mother and sibling
• Authorities are probing whether the explosion was caused by LPG or an illegal fireworks operation

Two individuals, including a 7-year-old child, died following a powerful explosion in Dagupan City, Pangasinan, raising concerns over possible illegal activities involving fireworks.

The incident occurred Thursday evening in a residential area, shocking nearby residents who were in the middle of holiday celebrations.

According to a report by GMA Regional TV’s "Balitanghali" aired on Friday, the explosion took place inside a house located in Sitio Boquig, Barangay Bacayao Norte.

Police said the blast occurred shortly after 7:00 p.m., catching many by surprise as people nearby were attending a Christmas party just meters away from the scene.

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Initial police investigation revealed that the 7-year-old victim was with his mother and sibling at the time of the explosion.

The family was reportedly on their way to the Christmas party when they passed by the house and the blast suddenly occurred.

The child died from injuries sustained in the explosion, while his mother and sibling were rushed to the hospital with serious injuries.

Another fatality was a 21-year-old student who was allegedly passing through the area at the time.

Reports said the young man was on his way to get a haircut when he was caught in the explosion. He was pronounced dead due to the impact of the blast.

Residents in the area shared differing accounts about what may have caused the explosion.

Some claimed it was triggered by liquefied petroleum gas, while others suspected that fireworks stored inside the house were responsible.

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Authorities have not yet confirmed the exact cause and are treating both possibilities as part of the ongoing investigation.

Four individuals who were injured remain under medical observation. Meanwhile, authorities continue efforts to locate the owner of the house and determine whether it was being used as an illegal fireworks facility.

Officials urged the public to report suspicious activities as investigations continue.

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Source: KAMI.com.gh