Natural Gas Deposits in Enugu; Case Series of Patients Who Sustained Flame Burns Following Mechanical Excavation of Underground Water Well in Enugu, Nigeria.

Burn is a leading cause of major trauma world wide. Its severity is determined by the extent of the burns, its contact time and the presence of associated injuries. Occurrence of fire explosion during drilling of coalmines have been reported, however the occurrence of explosion associated with flame burns during mechanical excavation of underground well water is unique. Methodology This is a case series of patients who sustained flame burns from explosion during underground water well excavation in Enugu, Nigeria. Implications to theory, practice and policy This report of flame burning during water well drilling in Enugu emphasis the probable presence of coalbed methane(natural gas) in Enugu. This heightens the need for preventive measures during underground excavations in Enugu, Nigeria.