Gas explosion guts three-bedroom flat in Kwara state

A gas explosion on Sunday gutted a residential building made up of three-bedroom flats, in Temidere community, Reke, Asa Local Government Area of Kwara state.

Penpushing reports that Head Media and Publicity Kwara State Fire Service Hassan Adekunle in a statement said the incident occurred at about 4:27 pm involving the three=bedroom flats following a sudden gas explosion.

‘On Sunday, 14th December 2025, at 16:27hrs, the Kwara State Fire Service responded to a fire outbreak at Temidere Community, Reke, Asa Local Government Area, Kwara State’, Adekunle added.

“The incident involved a building comprising three-bedroom flats, all of which were affected by the fire following a sudden gas explosion. Preliminary investigation revealed that the incident was caused by gas leakage, which led to the explosion and subsequent fire outbreak’, he said.

Penpushing further reports that Adekunle said, firefighters swiftly mobilised to the scene and successfully contained the fire, preventing it from spreading to nearby buildings in the community.

“Our officers responded promptly and engaged the fire immediately. The containment operation helped to prevent further escalation and damage within the neighbourhood’, he added.

Penpushing also reports that the Director of the Kwara State Fire Service, urged residents to be more cautious in the handling and use of gas, stressing the need for regular inspection of gas cylinders, hoses, and regulators.

“Residents must ensure proper ventilation when using gas, avoid faulty or expired equipment and shut off the gas supply immediately once leakage is suspected. Adhering to basic gas safety practices is critical to preventing explosions and loss of property,” he said.

Penpushing reports that the statement stated that the Kwara State Fire Service reiterated its commitment to protecting lives and property across the state, assuring residents of continued rapid response to emergencies.

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