Tragic Propane Tank Explosion Rocks Izmir Restaurant
A propane tank explosion in Izmir, Turkey, resulted in five deaths and 63 injuries. Security footage captured the blast, which caused extensive damage. Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya confirmed rescue efforts, and suspect detention. Governor Suleyman Elban informed that 40 injured had been released from the hospital.
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A devastating propane tank explosion at a restaurant in the western Turkish city of Izmir on Sunday resulted in five fatalities and 63 injuries, according to authorities.
Security camera footage documented the powerful explosion, which severely impacted the street and caused minor damages to nearby buildings.
Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya took to social media to confirm that dozens of rescue personnel were immediately dispatched to the affected area.
Izmir Governor Suleyman Elban visited a hospital where the injured were being treated and reported that 40 individuals had already been discharged.
Authorities have detained one suspect who might bear responsibility for the incident; the individual had replaced the propane tank with a new one the previous day.
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