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Toxic gas spillage more than 20 people in critical condition

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Sheikhupura: More than 20 people died due to toxic gas leakage from a cylinder in Shaikhupura district of Punjab.

According to the police, the incident of toxic gas spillage from the cylinder took place in Ferozwala village, where more than 20 people, including women and children, were injured.

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The police say that on the report of poisonous gas, the rescue, police and aid teams arrived and shifted all the people in a semi-conscious state to Tehsil Headquarters Hospital, while 2 people have been detained.

Staff Reporter

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