04 Feb 2018 | 04:02 PM UTC
Israel: Gas explosion ignites three fires in northern Tel Aviv February 4
Gas explosion in Tel Aviv ignites three fires and leaves at least four people injured February 4; consequent transportation disruptions expected in surrounding areas in the coming hours
Event
A gas explosion ignited three fires in Tel Aviv on Sunday, February 4, leaving at least four people injured from smoke inhalation. The fires broke out in an apartment complex on Almagor and Rama streets in northern Tel Aviv on Sunday, according to local media sources. Firefighters were still battling the blazes as of around 16:30 (local time) on Sunday; the cause of the gas explosion and consequent fires is currently unknown, but is suspected to be a result of a technical malfunction or negligence. Consequent transportation disruptions are expected in surrounding areas of Tel Aviv in the coming hours.
Advice
Individuals in the affected area of Tel Aviv are advised to monitor developments to the situation, prepare for associated transportation disruptions near the fires, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.
