Six dead in devastating explosion in Czech restaurant!
Six dead and eight injured after an explosion at a restaurant in Most, Czech Republic. The fire department and police are investigating.
Six dead in devastating explosion in Czech restaurant!
In the Czech Republic there was a tragic explosion in a restaurant on Sunday night, which claimed the lives of six people. Reported about it Radio Hochstift. Eight other people were also taken to hospital with injuries. The local fire department confirmed the incidents, which occurred in the center of the town of Most (Brüx), about 60 kilometers south of Dresden.
Witnesses reported that a gas heater had fallen over, causing a propane tank to ignite. The flames spread at an alarming rate, with reporters reporting flames reaching up to three meters high. Around 30 guests were able to get to safety in time, but the restaurant burned down completely. The police have started an investigation into suspected danger to the public, as negligent endangerment of life or limb is a criminal offense in the Czech Republic. A structural engineer should also check whether the burned-out building needs to be demolished.
Tragic circumstances of the explosion
The dramatic events of the night were intensified by the rapid spread of the flames, which also led to extensive intervention by emergency services Mirror Online reported. The exact cause of the explosion is still under investigation and the investigation is ongoing.
The accident has caused consternation in the region and highlights the dangers that can arise when gas appliances are handled improperly.
– Submitted by West-East media