Firefighters continue to work at the scene after an explosion in an underground car park and a subsequent fire in a high-rise building at Markthof Nussbaumen, in Nussbaumen, Switzerland,late Thursday, June 13, 2024, Two people have been found dead after explosions in an underground parking garage at an apartment building in northern Switzerland and at least 11 others sustained minor injuries, authorities said Friday. (Michael Buholzer/Keystone via AP)
Two people have been killed and 11 others injured in a series of explosions at a garage in the Swiss town of Frauenfeld. The explosions occurred on Tuesday afternoon, sending shockwaves through the quiet residential neighborhood.
According to local authorities, the explosions were caused by a gas leak in the garage, which ignited and caused a chain reaction of blasts. The force of the explosions was so powerful that it shattered windows in nearby buildings and sent debris flying through the air.
Emergency services rushed to the scene to extinguish the fires and treat the injured. Two people were pronounced dead at the scene, while 11 others were taken to the hospital with varying degrees of injuries. The severity of their injuries is not yet known.
The incident has left the community in shock and mourning for the lives lost in the tragic accident. The authorities have launched an investigation into the cause of the explosions and are working to determine if any negligence or foul play was involved.
The mayor of Frauenfeld, Hanspeter Haug, expressed his condolences to the families of the victims and pledged to support those affected by the tragedy. He also urged residents to remain calm and vigilant as the investigation unfolds.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of gas leaks and the importance of proper maintenance and safety measures in residential and commercial buildings. It is a tragic reminder that accidents can happen anywhere, at any time, and that we must always be prepared for the unexpected.
As the community mourns the loss of two lives and prays for the speedy recovery of those injured, our thoughts are with the victims and their families during this difficult time. We hope that lessons can be learned from this tragedy to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future.
