JidbaaleAuthorities reported that a Somali family of six sadly perished in their Cairo flat over the weekend as a result of a gas leak. The finding of their deceased corpses in the Madinet Nasr area has elicited sorrow and demands for increased safety awareness. The victims were a father, his adult son and daughter, the daughter’s spouse, and two little children. The family convened in Cairo after traveling from the UK, Turkey, and Somalia, compelled by the father’s need for medical care.
Their corpses were discovered when family, unable to contact them by phone or internet, forcibly entered the residence on Friday. They found an open gas cylinder inside, subsequently confirmed by police and medical professionals as the origin of the lethal leak. Hassan Hirsi Hussein, a family member, stated, “We intended this to be a period of healing and unity.” “Conversely, we encountered destruction.” Hassan detailed the final communication with the family on Thursday evening.
When contact failed the next day, family hurried to the flat, only to be met with an unbelievable spectacle. “We knocked and received no reply.” When we broke the door open, we discovered them—lifeless,” he said, describing the moment as “utterly devastating.” The family’s corpses were brought to a government hospital in Cairo, where medical professionals determined that gas exposure caused their deaths. Preliminary investigations found that a defective gas cylinder was to blame. “This tragedy underscores the dangers of household gas leaks,” added Hassan. “It’s a silent killer that takes lives without warning.” The Somali Embassy in Cairo has been actively aiding the family.
Consul Ismail Abdi Hussein termed the occurrence a “heartbreaking tragedy” and vowed continuing assistance for the grieving family. “We are coordinating with Egyptian authorities to ensure the family receives answers and that the bodies are released for burial as soon as possible,” the consul added. The embassy has also asked the Somali community in Egypt to stay attentive regarding home safety, highlighting the necessity of regular inspections and maintenance of gas equipment. The family’s remains are anticipated to be released in the following days, enabling relatives to continue with funeral plans. For now, the Somali community is left to lament a loss that is both personal and universal—a painful reminder of life’s fragility.
