Turkey: Gas explosion at Ankara Tax Chamber Feb. 1

Event

According to local media reports, a suspected gas leak caused an explosion in the boiler room of the Ankara Tax Chamber building in Çukurambar on the evening (local time) of Thursday, February 1. No injuries have been reported from the blast, as the building was empty except for security personnel. The building has reportedly sustained extensive damage from the blast. Emergency services have been deployed to the area and the situation has been contained.

Advice

Individuals in Ankara should avoid the area and follow all instructions issued by authorities.