Scene of explosion in the middle of Paris
(Baonghean.vn) - On the morning of January 12, a large explosion occurred at a building in District 9 of Paris, killing 2 people, seriously injuring 10 people, and slightly injuring 37 people.
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| At around 9am, an explosion occurred at a tourist area in Paris, right at the corner of Treviso and Sainte-Cécile streets. The explosion severely damaged part of the building and caused extensive property damage. Photo: AFP |
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| Interior Minister Christophe Castaner, who was present at the scene of the explosion, said that four people, including two civilians and two firefighters, were killed. However, this information was later corrected, saying that only two firefighters were killed, 10 people were seriously injured, and 37 people were lightly injured. Photo: Reuters |
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| Paris prosecutor Rémy Heitz said an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the explosion. Photo: AFP |
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| According to information from the French Interior Minister, the explosion occurred while firefighters arrived at work after receiving information about a gas leak. At that time, people had left their homes while firefighters went inside. Photo: AFP |
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| After the explosion, at least 200 firefighters were mobilized to the scene. Photo: AFP |
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| Many injured people received first aid on the sidewalks. Photo: AFP |
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| Helicopters landed at the Opera House to evacuate seriously injured victims. The area remained cordoned off late this morning. Photo: AFP |
