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University student dies in Diyala gas explosion while baking bread

DIYALA — A 21-year-old university student died Saturday after a gas explosion at her home in central Baqubah, Diyala governorate, a security source told 964media.

The incident took place in the Al-Tahrir neighborhood while the young woman was baking bread. A gas leak in the oven triggered the explosion, causing severe burns that proved fatal.

“The victim was a university student, and the explosion completely burned her,” the source said.

Local authorities have launched an investigation into the incident and are urging the public to exercise caution when using household gas appliances. Officials emphasized the importance of regular maintenance and safety checks to prevent similar tragedies.