The supply was disrupted following an explosion at a gas pipeline on Saturday afternoon. "A 24-inch diameter ring in the main gas pipeline got damaged when Chittagong City Corporation authorities were digging a canal in the area. We immediately decided to stop the gas supply to ensure safety of the people and their properties. At present, gas supply remains suspended in some areas of the city, including Patenga, Karnaphuli EPZ, CEPZ, Agrabad, Halishahar and Bandar, he added. Also Read - Gas supply resumes in Dhaka"Accidents may happen at any moment.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 17, 2019 10:52 UTC