Belagavi refrigerator explosion kills four family members

Four members of the Damone family were killed and two others seriously injured following a suspected refrigerator explosion in Belagavi, Karnataka, India. The incident occurred around 2:15 AM in the Chavat Galli area while the family was sleeping.

The deceased have been identified as Bharati Damone (50), Sharada Damone (45), Ganga Damone (25), and Priya Damone (24). Two survivors, Gajanan Damone (65) and Roshan Damone (21), sustained burns covering approximately 60% of their bodies and are receiving intensive medical treatment.

The explosion caused severe damage to the family home and destroyed most of their belongings. Local police are investigating the cause of the blast, considering whether it was triggered by a short circuit involving the refrigerator or electrical decorations used for the Ganesh Chaturthi festival.