A Debe woman has succumbed to severe burn injuries nearly two months after a tragic cooking gas explosion at her home.

47-year-old Ria George of Diggity Trace in Penal passed away on Saturday at the San Fernando General Hospital, where she was receiving treatment since the blast seven weeks ago.

Her husband, Rakesh George, described the heartbreaking moment and said she remained hopeful despite her injuries.

Her employer, MS Foodcity in Debe, remembered her as a loyal, kind and dedicated team member.