Four members of a family were killed and two others suffered serious burn injuries after a fire reportedly broke out following a Karnataka Refrigerator Blast at their home in Belagavi late Monday night.The incident took place around 2:15 am on September 15 in Chavat Galli, near the Central Bus Stand in Belagavi, Karnataka, within the jurisdiction of the Market Police Station.Four Family Members Killed"Police identified the deceased as Bharati Damone, 50, Sharada Damone, 45, Ganga Damone, 25, and Priya Damone, 24. They were reportedly trapped inside the house after flames rapidly spread through the premises."Two other family members, Gajanan Damone, 65, and Roshan Damone, 21, suffered serious burn injuries. Reports said they sustained burns over a significant portion of their bodies and were rescued by neighbours before being taken to hospital for treatment.The four family members killed were reportedly sleeping inside the house when the incident occurred.How Did the Refrigerator Explosion Happen?"According to preliminary police information, the refrigerator explosion Karnataka incident triggered a fire inside the family’s house. Neighbours reportedly heard a loud blast at around 2:15 am and rushed to the location after seeing the structure engulfed in flames"The fire spread quickly, trapping people inside. The house was a shed-like structure without strong concrete walls, and the blast reportedly damaged the premises and destroyed household belongings.The family had reportedly brought home a Ganesh idol ahead of the festival and had arranged decorative lights around it. Police are examining whether an electrical short circuit, refrigerator malfunction or another electrical fault caused the fire.Investigation UnderwayThe Karnataka home blast is being investigated by Belagavi police. Officials are examining the refrigerator, electrical wiring and other possible sources to determine what caused the refrigerator blast house fire.Authorities have not yet confirmed that the refrigerator itself caused the explosion. A technical examination and further investigation will be required to establish the exact reason for the Karnataka fire incident.The tragedy has raised concerns about electrical safety and the risks associated with faulty household appliances. Police said the investigation will establish the circumstances behind the four dead Karnataka case.Also Read : Kochi Automobile Service Centre Catches Fire, No One Injured
