Man seriously injured in Sydney explosion

A man has sustained burns to his face and body after an explosion at a mechanics business in Sydney's west, say police.

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A man has been rushed to hospital with serious injuries after an explosion at a mechanics business at Smithfield in Sydney's west.

The 42-year-old employee was left with burns to his face and body and injuries to his hands and legs after the explosion ripped through the workshop on Saturday night, police said.

He's been taken to Liverpool Hospital where he remains in a serious condition.

Police have established a crime scene as they continue their investigations, with the matter also reported to WorkCover.


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