A father and son were injured in an explosion in Triq is-Siġġiewi, Qrendi at 1.30pm today.

The son, 28, from Mqabba is in a critical condition. His 60-year-old father, who also lives in Mqabba, suffered slight injuries.

The police said the two men were welding when the explosion occurred.

An inquiry is being held.

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