Minor
Industrial Accident
Resolved
2 sources
1 entities
Nitrogen-carrying truck explosion on Natore highway causes public panic
A liquid nitrogen transport truck exploded on the Bonpara-Hatikumrul highway in Baraigram, Natore, on August 11, 2026, at approximately 6:00 AM. The incident resulted in a significant gas leak, blanketing a 300-400 meter radius in thick white gas and causing panic among locals and pedestrians, although no casualties were reported.
Tuesday, 11 August 2026 at 12:00 pmBonpara-Hatikumrul highway, near Molla Hotel, Bonpara, Baraigram, Natore
Involved entities
1 RecordLiquid nitrogen transport truck
Vehicle
Truck
Agencies deployed
Fire Service and Civil Defence
First responder for fire, rescue, and medical emergencies
Rescued the vehicle and brought the situation under control.
Bangladesh Police
Law enforcement agency maintaining public order and security
Highway police secured the area and controlled traffic.
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