The incident occurred around 1:55 PM in the area of the Villajoyosa hermitage when the gas canister exploded, causing burns to the man's face and arm, and the woman's hands. Both injured individuals were taken to the Marina Baixa regional hospital.

According to the town hall, the tortilla contest is organized by the Ermita festival committee to celebrate the San Isidro festivities. The stove belonged to one of the participants.

Immediately, the security and emergency services, including health personnel and Local Police present in the area, were activated to attend to the two injured individuals, who are not believed to be seriously hurt.