2 kids dead, 2 hurt after pipe explosion in Zamboanga del Sur

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Two children died, while two others were wounded after an explosion occurred in Kumalarang, Zamboanga del Sur on Friday afternoon, according to a Super Radyo dzBB report and a statement by the military.

The 102nd Infantry "Igsoon" Brigade of the Philippine Army said the explosion "was neither caused by any terror attacks nor perpetrated by criminal groups or individuals."

"Based on the initial investigation, the explosion was caused by an unknown rusty pipe played by the victims. The origin of the said object is yet to be determined by the authorities," Brigadier General Leonel Nicolas, commander of the brigade, said in a statement. "We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the family of the victims of the accident," Nicolas added.

He also appealed to the public to refrain from spreading unverified information that may cause unnecessary fear and panic.On May 30, one person was hurt after twoThe Philippine National Police said it is hunting down the suspects who left a baggage and a bomb near a fast food chain in the city.

 

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