by Tom Walsh
A butane and propane cylinder explosion has landed two campers in hospital with facial burns.
The two women were using the device for cooking at a campsite in Nant Gwynant, Caernarfon, when the incident occurred.
Fire crews had to be called to the site last month (27 June) and the campers were transferred by ambulance to a Ysbyty Gwynedd hospital in Bangor.
The incident has prompted the fire service to warn people about the dangers of using bottled gas when cooking and to remain extra vigilant to ensure that an incident such as this does not happen again.
Gareth Griffiths, spokesman for North Wales Fire and Rescue Service, said: “Caravans and tents are potentially more hazardous than our homes as the inherent risks are magnified in confined spaces.
“So its important not to let your guard down and forget basic fire safety advice when on your holiday.”
