Caravan explosion in Istanbul: family of four suffers severe burns
On the night of April 29 in Küçükçekmece, Istanbul, the Kocaman family of four was injured when their caravan, parked near their home, exploded. Accor...
On the night of April 29 in Küçükçekmece, Istanbul, the Kocaman family of four was injured when their caravan, parked near their home, exploded. According to doctors, the 45-year-old mother sustained burns to about 70% of her body and lung damage, spent 16 days in a coma, and underwent around 20 surgeries. The father suffered 40% burns, and their children aged 7 and 9 had various burns; all have been discharged. The explosion is believed to have been caused by a gas leak when a lighter was ignited. Doctors warn that gas connections in caravans must be made by qualified professionals with a pressure regulator, and in case of burns, the affected area should be cooled under running water for 20–30 minutes.
