At least 2 injured, 5 missing after explosion in Greece collapses building
The explosion caused a two-storey building to collapse and the two people injured were rescued from an adjacent building, authorities said.
ATHENS, Greece - A powerful explosion in the tourist district of Plaka, near the ancient Acropolis, shook the city on Friday morning, resulting in significant damage and injuries, authorities reported. The blast occurred in an old two-story building in the Plaka district, situated at the foot of the Acropolis hill, Greece's most visited ancient monument.
The structure collapsed, while neighboring buildings also sustained damage. Firefighters were dispatched to the scene and successfully rescued two women from an adjacent building; both victims were subsequently transported to a nearby hospital. Police indicated that the blast also injured a passer-by, who suffered minor injuries.
Local media outlets suggested that a passer-by reported seeing a gas leak as a potential cause for the explosion. The area was promptly cordoned off by law enforcement personnel, and rescue crews were seen meticulously searching for any individuals potentially trapped beneath the debris. Footage captured the aftermath of the blast, showcasing scattered rubble, smashed parked cars, and the destruction caused by falling debris. The exact cause of the blast remained under investigation at the time of the report.
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